Esperanza Rising Final Review

Front

Why was Esperanza so upset when she first saw Tio Luis at the reading of the will?

Back

He was wearing Papa's belt buckle.

Front

Who was hurt from the fire?

Back

Abuelita

Front

Who is the son of Alfonso and Hortensia?

Back

Miguel

Front

Why didn't Papa will the land to Mama so they would not be in the predicament that they are in?

Back

Women did not typically inherit land in those days.

Front

Who is Hortensia?

Back

She is Mama's housekeeper, Miguel's mother, and the wife of Alfonso.

Front

Why does Esperanza realize she cannot marry Miguel as she gets older?

Back

She is the ranch owner's daughter and he is the housekeeper's son.

Front

Who helped the family escape?

Back

Senor Rodriguez

Front

What is the name of the ranch that the Ortegas live on?

Back

Rancho de las Rosas

Front

What does it mean when Esperanza cuts the first bunch of grapes off of the vine?

Back

The start of the harvest

Front

Why are the people at Esperanza's camp not willing to join the strike?

Back

They are considered lucky to have the jobs they have and live in this camp