Esperanza Rising - Los Esparragos, Los Duraznos, Las Uvas

Front

Why does Miguel disagree with his father and insist that “things will get worse” for the workers?

Back

He thinks that more people from other areas will come in and work for less so the striker will be striking for no reason.

Front

What tactic does the government use to stop the strike?

Back

The government arrests the strikers and deports them.

Front

How does Esperanza help Marta?

Back

Esperanza helps Marta by keeping her hidden from the government immigration people.

Front

Why does Esperanza know that Isabel’s wish to be la reina will not come true?

Back

Esperanza knows that the teachers do not chose Mexicans to be la reina.

Front

How does the arrival of the families from Oklahoma affect Esperanza and the other Mexicans at the camp?

Back

They are upset because the people from Oklahoma are getting nicer places and working for less money.

Front

In what ways does Esperanza reveal that her feelings about the inequalities in American life are becoming stronger?

Back

She shows this by getting angry about what is going on and arguing passionately with Miguel.

Front

Why does Esperanza give Isabel her porcelain doll and a bag of peaches?

Back

She gives her these things because she knows it will make her feel better.

Front

How does Esperanza and Hortensia’s family prepare for Mama’s return from the hospital?

Back

They clean the cabin and make her a chair for her to sit outside.

Front

Why does Miguel take Esperanza’s money?

Back

He took the money and went back to Mexico to get Abuelita.

Front

Why is Abuelita amused when she sees the blanket she started and Esperanza has almost finished?

Back

She is amused because the blanket can fit three beds.