Esperanza Rising Ch. 9-10 (Potatoes and Avocados)

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What is repatriation?

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Repatriation is sending people back to their original country, often after they have migrated or been displaced.

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What did the strike mean for Miguel?

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For Miguel, the strike meant that he might be able to get a job at the railroad.

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What did Marta's aunt say there was talk of in the spring?

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Marta's aunt said there was talk of striking and harming people who continued to work.

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What did Hortensia put on Esperanza's hands?

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Hortensia put avocados on Esperanza's hands, which were cut and swollen from working.

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What was the man's situation regarding his earnings?

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The man worked all day but did not earn enough money to feed his family.

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What does it mean to strike?

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To strike means to stop working in order to protest for better working conditions or pay.

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What is the significance of avocados in the story?

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Avocados are used by Hortensia to soothe Esperanza's hands, symbolizing care and healing.

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What challenges did workers face during the strike?

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Workers faced the challenge of potentially being sent back to their home countries and not earning enough money.

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How does the theme of family support appear in these chapters?

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The theme of family support appears as characters help each other through difficult times, like Hortensia caring for Esperanza.

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What does the term 'strike' imply about workers' rights?

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The term 'strike' implies that workers are advocating for their rights and better conditions.