Pages 62-86 Elenita, Cards, Palm, Water-Bums in the Attic

Front

What does Sally desire in life?

Back

Sally wants to love and to love and to love.

Front

How does Mamacita feel about her old home?

Back

Mamacita is nostalgic about her old home.

Front

What does Esperanza not realize about Ruthie?

Back

Esperanza does not realize that Ruthie is mentally disabled.

Front

Why would Esperanza offer the attic to bums?

Back

Esperanza knows how it is to be without a house.

Front

What is a common feeling shared by Rafaela and Mamacita?

Back

Both Rafaela and Mamacita feel miserable.

Front

Define 'nostalgic'.

Back

Nostalgic refers to a sentimental longing for the past.

Front

What does it mean to be 'miserable'?

Back

To be miserable means to be extremely unhappy or uncomfortable.

Front

Explain the significance of friendship in Esperanza's life.

Back

Friendship is important to Esperanza as it provides support and understanding.

Front

What does it mean to be 'responsible'?

Back

Being responsible means being accountable for one's actions and duties.

Front

How does poverty affect the characters in the story?

Back

Poverty leads to feelings of despair and limits opportunities for the characters.