🌎 Human Rights
What are human rights?
Rights that everyone has just because they are human.
What does UDHR stand for?
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
What country does Esperanza live in at the beginning of the story?
Mexico
What is the beginning of a story called, where we meet the characters and learn the setting?
Exposition
Who is the main character of Esperanza Rising?
Esperanza
True or False: Only adults have human rights.
False
True or False: The UDHR says everyone has rights.
True
What happens to Esperanza's papa?
He is killed.
What part of a story is when problems begin and events build up?
Rising Action
Who is Esperanza's mother?
Mama/ Ramona
Name one human right.
Education, safety, freedom, or equality.
According to the UDHR, does every child have the right to go to school?
Yes!
Why do Esperanza and Mama leave Mexico?
To escape Tío Luis and start a new life.
What is the most exciting or important turning point of a story called?
Climax
Who is Esperanza's childhood friend who travels with her to California?
Miguel
Should people be treated differently because of their skin color?
No, everyone deserves equal treatment.
Which human right protects people from being treated unfairly because of their differences?
The right to equality / freedom from discrimination.
What new chore does Esperanza struggle to learn in California?
Sweeping and taking care of babies.
What part of the story happens after the climax, when things begin to settle down?
Falling action
Who is the mean uncle who wants to marry Esperanza's mother?
Tío Luis
Why are human rights important?
They help keep people safe and make sure everyone is treated fairly.
Why was the UDHR created?
To help protect the rights of people around the world.
How is Esperanza’s life in California different from her life in Mexico? Give TWO examples.
In Mexico, Esperanza was wealthy, lived in a big house, and had servants. In California, she lives in a small cabin, has fewer belongings, and must learn to do chores herself.
What is the ending of a story called, when the problem is solved or the story wraps up?
Resolution
Who is the kind woman who helps care for Esperanza and her family?
Hortensia