Characters
Who is the main character in Esperanza Rising?
Esperanza Ortega
Where does Esperanza live at the beginning of the story?
Aguascalientes, Mexico
El Rancho De Las Rosas
What is a major theme of Esperanza Rising?
perseverance-never give up
It's okay to start over
What event causes Esperanza's life to change drastically?
Her Papa's death
Define the term "migrant".
a person who moves from one place to another for work
Name Esperanza's mother.
Ramona
What is the new location Esperanza moves to after leaving Mexico?
California
How does family play a role in the story?
supporting each other through tough times
What happens to Esperanza's family after they leave Mexico?
They move to a labor camp in California
Name something that might have you mesmerized
anything that can hold your attention
What is the name of Esperanza's father?
Sixto
In which season do the events of the story begin?
Spring
What theme involves the journey from wealth to poverty?
social class
Describe one challenge Esperanza faces in California.
Adjusting to a new life without her father
When might you serenade someone?
On their birthday
Who is the character that helps Esperanza adjust to her new life in California?
Isabel
What type of farm does Esperanza's family own?
Grape Vineyard
What theme does Esperanza's relationship with her friends highlight?
Friendships are important
How does Esperanza react to her new living situation?
she feels angry and confused
What is the name of a farming took with a curved blade?
A scythe
What is the relationship between Esperanza and Abuelita?
That is her grandmother
Describe the living conditions in the camp where Esperanza and her family stay.
Poor and crowded
How does the theme of hope tie into in the story?
Esperanza's determination to improve her situation
What does Esperanza learn by the end of Chapter 7?
How to take care of the house and babies
When do you send someone your condolences?
When someone close to them has passed away.