Esperanza Rising Chapter 10: Potatoes

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What happened to Mama after the dust storm?

Back

Mama couldn't stop coughing.

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Why did Esperanza have to take care of the twins?

Back

Isabel started school and wasn't there to help her.

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What caused the strike to stop?

Back

The dust storm destroyed the cotton crop leaving no jobs to strike from.

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What natural event made Esperanza, Irene, and Melina run inside with the babies?

Back

There was a dust storm.

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How can we tell that the babies adore Esperanza?

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They always reach for Esperanza when they see her, cry when someone else takes care of them, and smile when she walks into the room.

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What is a dust storm?

Back

A dust storm is a strong wind that lifts dust and dirt into the air, reducing visibility and causing health issues.

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What role does Esperanza take on in the family?

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Esperanza takes on the role of caretaker and provider for her family.

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What does it mean to infer?

Back

To infer means to make a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is the significance of the cotton crop in the story?

Back

The cotton crop represents the livelihood of the workers and the impact of environmental factors on their lives.

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What does it mean to volunteer?

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To volunteer means to offer to do something without being paid or forced to do it.