Esperanza Renace

Which choice is NOT a reason Esperanza is now at peace with her new life? *

• Abuelita is now with her family.

• Mama is getting better.

• Isabel became the Queen of May.

• She forgives Miguel.

Character Choice: Who is Esperanza's good friend who repeatedly tries to help her with her new life? *

• Tio Luis

• Alfonso

• Miguel

• Sixto Ortega

Where did Esperanza grow up on the ranch at?

• California

• America

• Mexico

• Jamaica

Which choice is NOT an example of Esperanza's character growth?

• from depending on others to now relying on herself

• from self-centered to now selfless

• from unfriendly to now friendly

• from needy to responsible and hard working

Plot Diagram: Esperanza’s mother recovers now that her mother is with her. Esperanza also forgives Miguel and offers advice to Isabel; “Never be afraid of starting over.”

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Character Choice: Who is the president of the bank who threatens both Esperanza and her mother?

• Tio Luis

• Alfonso

• Miguel

• Sixto Ortega

What did Miguel and Alfonso take from the ranch and hide in secret packages when they ran

away?

• all of their clothes

• gold

• Papa's rose clippings

• all of the ranch horses

Plot Diagram: Miguel brings Abuelita to California. This is significant because it proves to Esperanza that everything will be alright in California and in her new life. When Abuelita comes to California, Tío Luis and Tío Marco no longer have any power over Esperanza’’s family.

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

What was the turning point that made Esperanza HAVE to grow up and become independent?

• Papa's death

• Mama's illness

• Miguel's love

• Marta's teasing

What is the conflict, or essence, of the novel Esperanza Rising?

• Esperanza must learn how to survive and live in her new life.

• Marta is a mean girl.