Esperanza Rising Las Guayabas

Open Ended

How do you think she will respond to this challenge?

We’re not just noticing problems — we’re paying attention to how Esperanza reacts. That’s how we find themes!

Multiple Choice

Which sentence from the chapter BEST shows that Esperanza feels embarrassed about her situation?

• Esperanza clutched her doll tightly and looked away.

• The train rocked gently as it moved forward.

• Mama and Abuelita spoke quietly about the journey.

• “The baby cried in her mother’s arms.

​We are going to add the challenges that Esperanza faces to our graphic organizer and then upload it after we finish reading this afternoon.

Esperanza is learning that life is not the same as it was at the ranch. She faces embarrassment, pride, and fear, but each challenge is teaching her something about herself. That’s how we uncover the themes — by watching how she responds.