Exploring the Themes of Esperanza Rising

Esperanza, a pampered daughter of a landowner in Mexico, faces a drastic life change after her father's death. Forced to flee to the U.S. with her mother, she moves from a privileged life to a farm labor camp in California. The story follows her journey and evolution into an independent young woman, adapting to her new circumstances and overcoming challenges.

What kind of life did Esperanza have in Aguascalientes, Mexico?

• A life of crime and danger

• A life of hardship and struggle

• A simple and modest life

• A privileged and pampered life

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What event forced Esperanza and her mother to flee to the United States?

• A natural disaster

• Her father's death

• A political uprising

• A financial crisis

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How did Esperanza initially react to the changes in her life after her father's death?

• She was excited about the new opportunities

• She refused to leave her home

• She accepted it without fully understanding the consequences

• She was eager to start a new life

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

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Where did Esperanza and her mother end up living in the United States?

• In a farm labor camp in the San Joaquin Valley

• In a suburban neighborhood

• In a small apartment in the city

• In a luxurious mansion

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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What is the main theme of Esperanza's story?

• The value of education

• The journey from privilege to independence

• The power of friendship

• The importance of wealth

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

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CCSS.RL.7.2

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