What is the meaning of the underlined word: "But Esperanza loved her more for her capricious ways than for her propriety."

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What is the meaning of the underlined word: "The campesinos, the field-workers, spread out over the land and began the task of reaping the fields."

What is the meaning of the underlined word: “The doll wore a fine white batiste dress and a white lace mantilla over her black hair.”

What is the meaning of the underlined word: “Mama was cordial and attentive to everyone, as if entertaining them gave her a purpose.”

What is the meaning of the underlined word: "They hurried to the courtyard and watched a distant light, a small beacon of hope swaying in the darkness."

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What is the meaning of the underlined word: "Her smile faded, her chest tightened, and a heavy blanket of anguish smothered her smallest joy.”

What is the meaning of the underlined word: "But he could build another house, bigger and more pretentious anywhere on the property,' said Mama."