Highlight details that show Esperanza’s emotions.

Question

"We heard the story of how you came from Aguascalientes," said Melina. "My husband is from there. He used to work for Señor Rodriguez."

Esperanza's face lit up at this news. "He knew my father since he was a boy. Do you think your husband knew Marisol, Señor Rodríguez's daughter?"

—Esperanza Rising,
Pam Muñoz Ryan

Which details show that Esperanza is a hopeful person? Check all that apply.

She talks to Melina.
Her face lights up.
She makes a connection to home.
She thinks of her father.
She learns about Melina’s husband.

Answer 1

The details that show Esperanza's emotions and indicate that she is a hopeful person include:

1. Her face lights up. - This expression indicates her happiness and excitement upon hearing the news about Melina's husband.

2. She makes a connection to home. - By asking about her father and if Melina's husband knew Marisol, Esperanza is trying to connect with her past and her roots, which reflects her hopefulness about maintaining those connections.

3. She thinks of her father. - Mentioning her father suggests that she holds onto memories and the hope of rekindling familial ties.

These details highlight Esperanza's optimistic and hopeful nature in her interaction with Melina.