Exploring Chapter 3: Papayas

Esperanza wakes up on her birthday, recalling her father's death. She receives papayas meant for her birthday, triggering grief. The family holds a funeral, and many visitors come to pay respects. Tio Luis proposes marriage to Esperanza's mother, causing tension. The family discusses their future, considering moving to the U.S. to escape Tio Luis's influence.

What was Esperanza's first thought when she woke up?

• That she was in a dream

• That she heard a strange noise

• That it was her birthday

• That she was late for school

Why did Esperanza's father order papayas?

• For a religious ceremony

• For a business meeting

• For a fiesta

• For a family dinner

How did Esperanza react to the delivery of papayas?

• She was angry

• She was happy

• She was confused

• She was grief-stricken

What did the visitors bring to the ranch during the mourning period?

• Books and toys

• Jewelry and gifts

• Money and clothes

• Food and flowers

How did Esperanza and Marisol cope with their grief?

• By playing games

• By talking to adults

• By holding hands and weeping

• By writing letters

What did Tio Luis propose to Mama?

• To start a new business

• To marry him

• To move to another city

• To sell the house

What was Mama's reaction to Tio Luis's proposal?

• She laughed at it

• She was offended

• She accepted it

• She ignored it

What did Miguel suggest about their future?

• To seek help from friends

• To sell the ranch

• To move to the United States

• To stay and fight

Why did Miguel and his father lose faith in their country?

• Because of the corrupt uncles

• Because of the hard work

• Because of the bandits

• Because of the lack of opportunities

What did Esperanza do each night to cope with her father's death?

• She tried to find the dream where Papa was singing

• She sang songs

• She read books

• She wrote in her diary