Esperanza Rising Unit 1-6 KY Standard 5.3

What is the name of Esperanza’s family ranch at the beginning of the novel?

• El Rancho de las Rosas

• La Casa Grande

• Las Uvas

• El Valle Hermoso

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Who is Esperanza’s best friend at the start of the story?

• Isabel

• Marisol

• Hortensia

• Marta

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What event causes Esperanza and her mother to leave their home in Mexico?

• A drought destroys their crops

• Esperanza’s father dies and their home is burned

• Esperanza’s mother gets a new job in California

• Esperanza wants to go to school in the United States

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Which character helps Esperanza and her mother escape to the United States?

• Miguel

• Alfonso

• Abuelita

• Tío Luis

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does Esperanza’s attitude toward work change from the beginning of the story up to “Las Cebollas”?

• She always enjoyed working and continues to do so

• She disliked work at first but begins to learn its value

• She refuses to work at any point in the story

• She becomes angry and resentful about working

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Compare Esperanza’s life in Mexico to her life in California up to “Las Cebollas.” Which statement best describes the difference?

• In Mexico, Esperanza was wealthy and cared for; in California, she must work and adapt to a new lifestyle.

• In both places, Esperanza lives in luxury and has many servants.

• Esperanza is happier in California because she has more friends.

• Esperanza’s life does not change much between Mexico and California.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

How do Esperanza and her mother’s relationship change after they arrive in California?

• Esperanza becomes more independent and helps her mother more.

• Esperanza and her mother argue constantly.

• Esperanza’s mother becomes distant and ignores her.

• Their relationship stays exactly the same.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which of the following best explains how Esperanza’s interactions with Isabel help her adjust to her new life?

• Isabel teaches Esperanza how to do chores and encourages her to try new things.

• Isabel ignores Esperanza and makes her feel unwelcome.

• Isabel and Esperanza compete for attention from adults.

• Isabel tells Esperanza to return to Mexico.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Analyze how the fire at El Rancho de las Rosas affects Esperanza’s character development up to “Las Cebollas.”

• The fire forces Esperanza to face hardship and begin to grow stronger and more resilient.

• The fire makes Esperanza give up on her dreams and become bitter.

• The fire has no real impact on Esperanza’s life or character.

• The fire causes Esperanza to become angry at her family.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Using specific details from the story, compare and contrast Esperanza’s relationship with Miguel and her relationship with her mother up to “Las Cebollas.”

• Esperanza relies on Miguel for guidance and support as a friend, while her relationship with her mother becomes more of a partnership as they face challenges together.

• Esperanza treats both Miguel and her mother the same way, with no differences in their relationships.

• Esperanza is closer to Miguel than to her mother and ignores her mother’s advice.

• Esperanza and Miguel argue constantly, while she and her mother never disagree.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3