Questions and Answers
Summarize the story that Hortensia tells Esperanza while they hide in the wagon.
Mama and Papa are away from home, and while Miguel finds a rat to scare Esperanza, he sees bandits and rushes inside. The bandits start to steal their silver when Miguel, Esperanza, and Hortensia hide under the bed. They stop after Miguel releases his prank rat, and the bandits decide to skip this place. Everyone was grateful that everyone was safe.
Why is Esperanza upset when they arrive at the train? Do you agree with her?
Esperanza is upset because the train is trashy and smells like pee. I agree with her about the train's condition, but she should be grateful for the ride to America.
What purpose does the woman with the wire cage containing six red hens serve in the story? What lesson does Miguel help Esperanza learn from this woman?
The woman shows Esperanza how life is like for the poor and proves Miguel's point that the rich only care for themselves, while the poor must work together to live.
Identify one example of conflict in either chapter 3 or 4 and categorize it.
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Define monotonous.
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Define peasant.
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Define reluctantly.
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Study Notes
Key Characters and Events
- Hortensia shares a story with Esperanza while they hide in a wagon, creating a sense of safety and trust.
- Miguel encounters bandits while trying to scare Esperanza with a rat, demonstrating his protective instincts.
- The bandits steal silver but leave when Miguel's prank rat is released, highlighting a moment of suspense and relief.
Esperanza's Emotions
- Esperanza feels upset upon arriving at the train, criticizing its poor condition and unpleasant smell.
- Despite her complaints, a lesson emerges about appreciating available transportation to America, emphasizing resilience and gratitude.
Life Lessons and Interactions
- A woman enters the train with six red hens, symbolizing the struggles of the poor and reinforcing Miguel’s observations about social classes.
- The interaction serves as a contrast between the wealthy and the poor, illustrating that the wealthy look after their own interests while the poor must support each other.
Types of Conflict
- Esperanza's family faces a fire, exemplifying a character vs. nature conflict as they navigate a life-threatening situation caused by natural elements.
- Understanding the type of conflict enhances comprehension of the broader struggles the characters face.
Vocabulary Definitions
- Monotonous: Describes something dull, boring, and lacking variation, reflecting Esperanza's perspective on her surroundings.
- Peasant: Refers to a poor person, indicating the socioeconomic struggles faced by characters in the story.
- Reluctantly: Describes an unwilling and hesitant manner, often seen in Esperanza's reactions to her circumstances.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 4 from 'Esperanza Rising' with these flashcards. Focus on key events and characters, such as Hortensia's story and the encounter with bandits. Challenge yourself to recall important details and enhance your understanding of the chapter.
