Esperanza Rising: Melones to Ciruelas

Front

What do Marta and Esperanza have in common?

Back

Both of their papas have died.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What was Esperanza's initial reaction to her new life in the camp?

Back

Anger and resentment.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Why were some people forced to get on a train and return to Mexico?

Back

They didn't have proper paperwork.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the word 'accustomed' mean?

Back

It means being familiar with something, not tired of one's surroundings.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

Why was Marta rude to Esperanza?

Back

She didn't like that Esperanza was rich because she thought all rich people in Mexico were the same.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the significance of figs in the story?

Back

Figs symbolize the connection to home and the past for Esperanza.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How does Esperanza's character change throughout the story?

Back

She evolves from a privileged girl to a more empathetic and resilient individual.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What role does family play in 'Esperanza Rising'?

Back

Family is central to Esperanza's identity and her journey of overcoming challenges.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the camp represent for Esperanza?

Back

The camp represents hardship, but also growth and resilience.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How does Esperanza's view of wealth change?

Back

She learns that wealth does not define a person's worth or character.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3