Esperanza Rising pages 179-213

Front

When did Esperanza go to see Mama?

Back

Saturdays and Sundays

Front

What was Esperanza saving money for?

Back

To bring Abuelita to the United States.

Front

What did Esperanza use to help her hands?

Back

Mashed avocado and glycerin

Front

Esperanza's hands looked like...

Back

the hands of a campesina. 

Front

Why did the doctor tell Esperanza not to visit for at least a month maybe longer?

Back

He didn't want her mother to get another infection.

Front

Before Esperanza left her mother, what did she do for her?

Back

She braided her hair and wrapped it around her head.

Front

Why did Esperanza need to go to Mr. Yakota's market when there were others closer to her camp?

Back

He treated them with respect.

Front

Why was Marta and her mother in favor of striking?

Back

They wanted better working conditions, more money, and better housing.

Front

What was the occasion for having machaca?

Back

Miguel got a job with the railroad.

Front

Why did Esperanza cross the strikers?

Back

She needed to work in order to bring Abuelita to the United States.