Esperanza Rising Comprehension/vocabulary flashcard

Front

How does Papa express his love for his land?

Back

Her Papa lies on the ground to listen for the land's heartbeat.

Front

What evidence suggests that Esperanza's family is wealthy?

Back

She talks about having clothes, a big house, and servants.

Front

Why has Papa been warned about going out to work on the cattle?

Back

He has been warned because there are bandits in the area.

Front

Why had Esperanza's relationship with Miguel come to an end?

Back

Esperanza's relationship ended because her and Miguel are on opposite sides of the river.

Front

How does Papa's death affect Esperanza and her family?

Back

Papa's death caused the Tio's to take over the land and cause problems for Mama.

Front

Why does Tio Luis want to marry Mama?

Back

Tio Luis wants to marry Mama because he needs her influence to become governor.

Front

Why doesn't Mama and Esperanza discuss the cause of the fire?

Back

They do not discuss it because they are afraid the Tios will destroy the servants cabins.

Front

How does Mama trick Tio Luis?

Back

Mama says she will marry him, but she actually is going to leave.

Front

To have belief in yourself means that you have:

Back

confidence

Front

To have a single one of something means that it is:

Back

unique