Esperanza Rising Ch.10-14 FL Literal Meaning Flashcards

Front

“Would she ever escape this valley she was living in?”

Back

 In this metaphor the valley represents Esperanza’s worry about mother’s valley fever.

Front

“What have I done to deserve this honor, mi reina?”

Back

  This is a metaphor. Miguel teases Esperanza calling her my queen.

Front

“In Mexico, I was a second-class citizen.”

Back

  someone who is not been given the same rights as others

AND

someone who is deemed less important than others within a society

Front

“Aguántate tanito y la fruta caerá en tu mano.”  Wait a little while and the fruit will fall into your hand.”

Back

  This metaphor means be patient and good things will come to you.

Front

“Esperanza’s eyes were on fire.”

Back

  This metaphor means Esperanza was angry.

Front

“Then she flew over the river, a thrusting torrent that cut through the mountains.”

Back

  This metaphor compares the river to a thrusting torrent cutting through mountains. It is also alliteration