Week of October 30th - Nov. 3rd


The following questions are due by Wednesday Nov. 1st.


Chapter 7 (Las Almendras)

1. Summarize how the surprise affects Mama.
2. How is Miguel and Alfonso's surprise related to their journey?
3. Describe Esperanza's feelings when she asked Miguel, "Which one is yours? Which one is mine?"
4. What conclusions can you draw when Mama suggests Esperanza is old enough to bathe herself?" What conclusions can you draw from Hortensia's responses?
5. How do the jamaicas create a sense of community?
6. Explain the symbolism of the kitten. How does Martha refer to it? How does Isabel feel?
7. What do you notice about Marta and themes involving people, money, and housing?


Chapter 8 ( Las Ciruelas)

1. How would you describe Esperanza's feelings as Isabel departs for school?
2. What might you include on the list about Esperanza's babysitting troubles?
3. What facts would you select to support an argument that dust storm was dangerous?
4. Describe Mama's health after the dust storm.
5. Formulate a theory about why some people are affected by Valley Fever, but not others.
6. What conclusions can be drawn from the scary news the doctor delivers?