Esperanza Flashcard Chapters 1-9

Front

What proposal does Tio Luis make to Mama?

Back

Tio Luis proposes to Mama that they get married.

Front

What worried Esperanza when Miguel didn't get on the train?

Back

Esperanza was worried that they would have to go back to Mexico.

Front

What vivid language did the author use to describe the dust storm?

Back

The author described the dust storm with the phrases 'amber mountains and darkening clouds'.

Front

What did Carmen mean when she said, 'I am poor, but I am rich'?

Back

Carmen meant that she has no money but is rich with family.

Front

What did Esperanza do that was bad luck?

Back

Esperanza pricked her finger on a rose, which was considered bad luck.

Front

What is the main theme of the first nine chapters of Esperanza Rising?

Back

The main theme is resilience in the face of adversity.

Front

Who is Esperanza's best friend?

Back

Esperanza's best friend is Marisol.

Front

What does the rose symbolize in the story?

Back

The rose symbolizes Esperanza's connection to her past and her family's legacy.

Front

What challenges does Esperanza face after moving to California?

Back

Esperanza faces challenges such as poverty, discrimination, and the loss of her previous life.

Front

How does Esperanza's character change throughout the first nine chapters?

Back

Esperanza grows from a privileged girl to a more resilient and empathetic person.