Story Structure
Which part of the story structure could be called the "turning point" of the story?
The climax!
What is Esperanza's last name in the book?
Ortega
What is Esperanza's second uncle's name? Tío Luis and Tío _________
Marco
During the exposition, it is important to introduce the ________ and the ________.
characters; setting
Why did Marta compare the Mexican people who worked in the camp to kittens?
She compared them to kittens because they wouldn't speak up for themselves even when they were being mistreated
What are Miguel's parents names?
Hortensia and Alfonso
**Daily Double**
What is the synonym we use to describe the part of the story where the loose ends are tied up and the conflict is resolved?
The resolution
Pam Munoz Ryan was inspired to write Esperanza Rising by someone important in her life. Who was it?
Her grandmother, also named Esperanza
What is the MAIN item that Esperanza's papa grew on the ranch?
Grapes
What is the "river" that separated Miguel from Esperanza in the beginning of the story?
The river that separated Miguel and Esperanza was money and status. She thought that this made them in separate worlds.
Who is Ramona?
Esperanza's mother
Name all five parts of the story structure in the correct order.
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
What metaphor does Abuelita use for Esperanza’s life and why?
Mountains and valleys (the blanket); because life is full of ups (joys) and downs (challenges)
What was Esperanza's papa's name?
Sixto