Question

Halfway through Esperanza Rising, the main character must take on a new role in her family. What does Esperanza do—to help her family survive?

She becomes a farm worker, though she is much younger than most workers.

She learns to care for animals, though she has never had a pet.

She finishes Abuelita’s blanket, though her crocheting skills are weak.

She tends to Papa’s roses, though she has never learned to garden.

Answer 1

In "Esperanza Rising," halfway through the story, Esperanza takes on the role of a farm worker to help her family survive. She becomes a farm worker, despite being much younger than most of the other workers. This reflects her growth and adaptability in the face of challenging circumstances.