Isabel's eyes got bigger and she looked worried. "Esperanza, when I go to school next week, you will be here alone with the babies and will have to do the laundry."

Question

Esperanza took a deep breath and said weakly, "I can learn."

—Esperanza Rising,
Pam Muñoz Ryan

How is Esperanza changing, based on this passage?

She is now afraid that Isabel will not like her if she cannot learn to do laundry.
She has given up on learning something new.
She is no longer interested in being friends with Isabel.
She now knows that she has a lot to learn about chores.

Answer 1

Based on the passage, the best answer is: She now knows that she has a lot to learn about chores.

This interpretation reflects Esperanza's recognition of her responsibilities and her willingness to learn new skills, such as doing the laundry, indicating her growth and adaptability in a challenging situation.