Esperanza Rising Las Cebollas

Why do you think Miguel is being so kind and understanding to Esperanza?

• He wants to go out with her.

• He feels bad about her father.

• She is having a hard time adjusting to being poor.

• He loves her.

During "Las Cebollas," Isabel must teach Esperanza many things even though she is younger and has had a less privileged life. How does Isabel react to having to teach Esperanza so many thing?(Use RACE in your answer-Restate the question, answer the question in your own words, include a quote from the text in your answer to support your thoughts.)

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How does Las Cebollas fit into the overall structure of the story?

• Exposition

• Rising action

• Climax

• Falling action

Why do Esperanza and Mama have to share a cabin with Hortensia and Alfonso?

• The landowner will only give one cabin for each man and his family; there is no housing for single women.

• Hortensia and Alfonso need Esperanza to clean the cabin and cook while they are at work.

• Mama doesn't want to be separated from her only friends in the United States.

• Mama and Esperanza can't afford the rent for their own cabin.

Reread pages 110-113. How does Isabel respond to having to stay home and not work, while everyone else works? (Cite specific information from the text)-Use RACE-Restate the question, answer in your own words and add a quote directly from the text.

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Chapter 6 of Esperanza Rising is called "Las Cebollas." What does that mean in English?

• figs

• celery

• onions

What is the significance of the chapter title 'Las Cebollas' in 'Esperanza Rising'?

• It represents the layers of Esperanza's emotions.

• It symbolizes the hardships of farm labor.

• It refers to a specific event involving onions.

• It is a metaphor for Esperanza's growth.

In 'Esperanza Rising', why is the chapter titled 'Las Cebollas'?

• Because Esperanza learns to cook onions.

• Because onions are a major crop in the story.

• Because onions symbolize tears and struggles.

• Because onions are Esperanza's favorite food.

What does Esperanza learn about herself in the chapter 'Las Cebollas'?

• She learns to be more independent.

• She discovers her love for cooking.

• She realizes the importance of family.

• She understands the value of hard work.

How does the setting in 'Las Cebollas' contribute to the story's theme?

• It highlights the economic struggles of the characters.

• It shows the beauty of the Mexican landscape.

• It emphasizes the cultural differences.

• It provides a backdrop for Esperanza's personal growth.