Esperanza Rising
By Pam Muñoz Ryan
Setting
Bio of Main Characters
Esperanza
Miguel
Ramona (Mama)
About Esperanza
Esperanza was also thankful when the doctor brought her the news that Mama was recovering.
Nonchalant- Esperanza was also nonchalant when Miguel came off the bus. After he got off the bus he circled back to get Abuelita. Esperanza acted nonchalant when Miguel first got off the bus to greet his family.
She also acted nonchalant when she listened in on the adults conversations while she was in her room for bed. She acted uninterested but really she was tracking every word they said.
Generous- Esperanza was generous when she gave Isabel the doll that Papa had given her.
She was also generous when she gave a hat full of beans to a family in need.
Summary Things
FAB 5
Wants What: Esperanza wants to live her life with Mama, Papa and Abuelita by her side and in wealth.
But: A few tragic events topple the family on its side and Esperanza and Mama have to flee to America!
So: Esperanza has to learn how to survive with out Papa, Abuelita and her wealth (including her servants!).
Then: After a year of toil and work, Esperanza's birthday brings a final surprise; something that just brings the whole story together!