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Jocelyn B, Jocelyn C, Dylan, Britany, Lindsay

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Cynthia, Rozelly, Criss, Abigail, Oliver

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Stefany, Shilah, Lisbet, Alexander

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Brian, Diane, Michelle, Isai, Francisco

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Antonio, Alexa, Ahmad, Jesus, Janely, Uniique

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As we read our novel Esperanza Rising, we are going to come across many characters. A lot of our characters are going to change throughout the novel. Good readers are always tracking characters throughout a text they read. Using this Padlet, we are going to keep track of what we learn about our characters based on these changes.

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A word to describe the character is...

One new thing I learned about ___ (write character's name) is... In the text it states, "__".

The author included this information about the character because...

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because...

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The author included this information about the character because...

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A word to describe the character is...

One new thing I learned about ___ (write character's name) is... In the text it states, "__".

The author included this information about the character because...

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because...

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One new thing I learned about ___ (write character's name) is... In the text it states, "__".

The author included this information about the character because...

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because...

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A word to describe the character is...

One new thing I learned about ___ (write character's name) is... In the text it states, "__".

The author included this information about the character because...

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because...

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A word to describe the character is...

One new thing I learned about ___ (write character's name) is... In the text it states, "__".

The author included this information about the character because...

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because...

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A word to describe the character is joyful

One new thing I learned about Miguel is that he got the rail road position that he was wishing for and is very happy In the text it states, "She watched miguels animated face, thinking that at at last, his dream was coming true".

The author included this information about the character because before he was told that he couldn't do that position because he was Mexican so they had him fixing the train tracks but now he got the job that they told him he couldn't do which was the rail road job.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because Miguel wouldn't be as happy as he is because hes been dreaming about that job and finally got it.

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A word to describe the character is Ecstatic. One new thing I learned about Miguel is that his dream was to be working as a railroad but he couldn't because Mexican weren't allowed to work as a railroad but now that so many railroad workers have join the strike they gave Miguel a  chance and if he does good they might will keep him. In the text it states, "So many railroad workers have joined the strike. I know it might be temporary but if i do a good job, maybe they will keep me". The author included this information about the character because it shows how and what Miguel's dream job was and it finally came true and that also his talent wasent wasted. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would if Miguel couldnt work as a Railroad cause he was Mexican we would have think that he wouldn't get his dream job and will still work in the place he doesn't likes.

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A word to describe the character is Stressed.
One new thing I learned about Mama/ Ramona is  getting more sick because of the dust storm and she is listless she has no energy. In the text it states " But Mama was listless and Esperanza often found her weeping in silence. It was as if after all her hard work in getting them there, her strong and determined mother had given up."
The author included this information about the character because he wanted to let us know how Mama is feeling if she is feeling good or bad or if she got better or not.
If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because then we would not understand how Mama is feeling and we would not understand how did she get the Valley fever and we would never have understand the book and we will all be confused and if she has energy in her still.

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A word to describe esperanza is responisble helpful and kindhearted

One new thing I learned about Esperanza is  she cares about mama and she is very helpful and she didnt know she could do all these stuff and she wants money do bring abuelita to mama In the text it states, "She huddled in the fields near a smudge pot to keep warm and mentally counted the money she would need to bring abuelita here.".

The author included this information about the character because  we needed to know  if Esperanza was responsible enough to take care of these thingsand we now know that she isnt inesponsible because she works.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because esperanza will probally still think that peasents are poor and dirty and she will still think she is a princessa and that the camp is ugly and she will not want to touch anybody and she will want to be spolied

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A word to describe Marta is thankful because she was getting chased by the immigration.One new thing I learned about Marta is that she was being helped by Esperanza by giving her an apron and asparagus so it would look like if she was a worker. In the text it states ¨She handed the apron and asparagus so you'll  look like a worker, just in case anyone stops you¨.

The author included this information about the character Esperanza because we wouldn't know who was helping Marta look like a worker.If we didn't know this information about the character Marta, the book would be different because then we wouldn't know how she got the apron and asparagus and who helped her.

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A word to describe the character is gloomy.

One new thing I learned about Ramona is that she is now sick from the dust spores in the dust spores. She isn't feeling happy because she is feeling down. In the text it states, "It was as if after all her hard work in getting them there, her strong and determined mother had given up.".

The author included this information about the character because we should know that she isn't lively anymore and it's almost as if she given up.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would think that she still has some energy in her.

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A word to describe miguel is... Excited because when he got the job at the railroad he was happy because that was his dream, to work there.

One new thing I learned about miguel is that miguel had gotten hisdream job to work at the railroads since most of the worker went to srtike so which means that miguel would be there for only temporary but if he does a great job he will stay.

The author included this information about the character because... a little before he got told that he couldnt work work there or wasnt able to work in that part of the job and since most workers stiked miguel could work there.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because... we would understand why he wasnt able to get the postion and plus he would have pretty bummed out cause he didnt get the job or the postion of the job.

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A word to describe the character is Weak and listless.
One new thing I learned about Mama(Ramona) is that she is sick over a dust storm and she got an infection called Valley Fever In the text it states "And Mama grew more pale."
The author included this information about the character because if the dust storm didn't happen it would have been pretty boring for Esperanza just cleaning for the entire chapter.
If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because it will just be a plain boring chapter with just Esperanza cleaning like I said but with the dust storm it will have make the book more excited.

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A word to describe the character (Mama) is miserable. One new thing I learned about (Mama) is sick because of the dust storm and she is listless and doesn't feel like doing anything but sleeping and she has given up. In the text it states, "But Mama was listless and Esperanza often found her weeping in silence". The author included this information about the character because we wouldn't know how she was feeling or how she was doing,  If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn't know if she is getting better or not or how she is feeling.

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A word to describe the character Martha is judging because she judging Esperanza because she was rich and she thought her dad was evil and treated poor people bad

One new thing I learned about Martha is she was evil to Esperanza in the starting but now she is thanking her In the text it states she handed her a apron and asparagus and then she said thank you

The author included this information about the character because you could see how people can change

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because then we would've not know that Martha could still be nice

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A word to describe the character is rude

One new thing I learned about Marta  is she is rude because she didn't like Esperanza because she was one of the rich people

The author included this information about the character because we would not have known how Marta was

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because it wouldn't show she was to Esperanza.

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A word to describe the character is helpful and thoughtful.
One new thing I learned about Esperanza  is she helps Hortensia to cook in the afternoon and help with the babies and Isabel homework. In the text it states, "what so new about the New Year. It already seemed old with the same routines. she worked during the week. she helped Hortensia cook dinner in the late afternoons. In the evenings she Joesfina with the babies and Isabel with her home work. She went to see Mama on Saturdays and Sundays".
The author included this information about the character because they want us to know how much Esperanza has changed.
If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we won´t know if work and help in the house too.

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A word to describe Esperanza is caring

One new thing I learned about Esperanza  is she now cares for people and does not really care about her toys anymore In the text it states, "She worked during the week . she helped Hortensia cook dinner in the late afternoons. In the evenings she helped Josefina with the babies and Isabel with her homework ".

The author included this information about the character because it shows us how much Esperanza changed in just a few months.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would think that Marta is right about Esperanza being Lazy and not liking to do anything.

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A word to describe Marta is she is actually being nice to Esperanza and Esperanza is being nice to her too.

One new thing I learned about Marta is kinda nice I know this because In the text it states, "When you leave, put on the apron and the asparagus so you'll look like a worker, just in case anyone stop's you Gracias said Marta".

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A word to describe the character is grateful.

One new thing I learned about (Martha) is that she needed help to escape from La Migra. In the text it states, "When you leave, put on the apron and carry the asparagus so you'll look like a worker, just in case anyone stops you. "Gracias," whispered Martha "I'm sorry I misjudge you." "

The author included this information about the character because since they kicked Martha out because she was striking, then they probably were looking for her and she needed help.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn't know why they were looking for Martha. We also wouldn't know why she got kicked out.

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Cynthia, Rozelly, Criss, Abigail, Oliver

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A word to describe the character Marta is grateful.
One new thing i learned about Marta is that Esperanza and Miguel gave Marta and her mom Ada a ride and she said thanks for the ride and also that Marta would not let go of her hand.In the text it states,¨ This is my mother Ada, Thanks for the ride. ¨Marta never lets go of her mothers hand.¨
The Author included this information about the character because we can know more about Marta and about her mom.
If we didn´t know this information about the character,the book would be different because then we will not know if Marta would change to being nice and not mean.

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Stefany, Shilah, Lisbet, Alexander

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Esperanza is now like helping doing chores and taking care of the baby and the word i use to describe Esperanza is helpful.

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Jocelyn B, Jocelyn C, Dylan, Britany, Lindsay

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A word to describe the character is she is very clever

One new thing I learned about Marta is...that sometimes she could be mean and sometimes she could be nice but for now she is being nice.

The author included this information about the character because... then we would have not known who she is

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because...then there would be no one to be mean or nice at the same time.

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Brian, Diane, Michelle, Isai, Francisco

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Antonio, Alexa, Ahmad, Jesus, Janely, Uniique

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. A word to describe the character  Marta is that she was compassionate to Miguel and she was thankful for the ride she was a bit nice tho and she is valiant
.One new thing i learned about ( Marta ) is that in the text it states. "Esperanza felt a twinge of envy when she noticed that Marta never let go of her mom's hand.
.The Author included this  information  about the character because  we know that Marta is pretty nice to her mom.
if we didn't know this information about the character the book would be different because Marta is pretty rude but still she is compassionate and valiant(BRAVE)

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A word to describe the character is fearless. One new thing I learned about Marta is that she is not scared of the outcomes when she strikes. In the text it states, ¨ and were told either to go back to work or leave the camp. So we left  ". The author included this information about the character because now we know more about Marta. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn´t know why Marta is no longer in the migrant workers camp.

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A word to describe the Marta is trying to be friendly to Esperanza because Esperanza has been nice to Marta.
One new thing i learned about marts is she was striking i know this because in the text it states' Ada was quiet and nodded when Marta talked about the strike.' The author included this information about the Marts because the author wanted to know that Marta used to be mean but she was turning nice.If we did not have this information about Marta the book will be different because We would have never know how was Marta like if she was mean or nice.

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A word to describe the character is miserable.

One new thing I learned about Mama(Ramona) is that she is miserable because when that dust storm hit she was sick but know she got worse because she only eats soup and the other woman´s give her stuff and overtime she gets pale and she cant work and she needs to work so she can support her family and i know this because in the text is states that The blanket grew longer. and mama grew pale. Women in the camp brought her more skeins of yarn.

The author included this information about the character because they want us to know that she is sick because if we did not know we would not know what is happening to mama and we would not be worried about mama because she might die and we would not know from what.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would not know what is mama going thru because we would just be that mama is not talking and she is depressed because if we did not know that mama is sick we would just see mama eating soup and going to sleep early and it would change the word to sick and they would just think mama is depressed

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A word to describe the character is joyful

One new thing I learned about Miguel is he is going to work on trains which is hes dream job In the text it states, i got a job for train because many others mechanics went to strike

The author included this information about the character because we wouldn't know how happy and joyful he is

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because then we would not know how happy he was and how joyful he is

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A word to describe the character is depressed because she is so sad and she got sick because of the dust storm.

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A word to describe the character is thankful.

One new thing I learned about Marta is    thankful for Esperanza hiding her. In the text it states, " Gracias, whispered Marta".

The author included this information about the character because we know that Marta isn't always going to be mean to Esperanza.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would think that Marta is always mean and despises Esperanza

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A word to describe the character is Brave.
One new thing I learned about Marta is that she wanted to strike for better housing and better wages. In the text it states, "When you leave, put on the apron and carry the asparagus so you'll look like a worker, just in case anyone stops you."
The author included this information about the character because if they didn't put it then they will think Marta is a background character.
If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn't know if Esperanza is getting bullied and think she will be a part of the story and disappear from the book.

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A word to describe the character is polite

One new thing I learned about Marta is that she has changed after being in the strike she doesn't envy Esperanza anymore and treats Esperanza with respect now In the text it states, "what good luck said Marta this is my mother Ada thanks for the ride.

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The author included this information about the character because Marta hated Esperanza and just judged her by the way she used to live but didn't get to know her and now that she sees the type of person Esperanza really is shes starting to understand.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because if the author didn't add that information in the story we would still think Marta hates Esperanza Marta hates Esperanza

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Stressed
One new thing i learned about mama is that she is very sick form the dust storm and she acted like she was fine in the start but she strated gettng more and more sick that she had to go to the hospital and she had to stay their and esperanza is scared that she might lose mama and esperanza tried to make mama do somethinhg but mama was listless.
the author included this information about the character because we would have thought that mama wasent sick and that she was still working and she would ahve probally have her house in la rosas and esperanza would have her princess life again and mam would be wealthy and not work in the fields.
if we didnt know this information about the character, the book would be diferent because then we wouldnt know how mama is doing and how he got sick and the story will have been going good if tio luis wasent their and and mama owuld have been wearing her beautiful dresses.

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A word to describe the character is passionate about trains. One new thing I learned about Miguel is He loves trains and his dream is to work with trains and he does it. In the text it states, "What is the occasion asked Esperanza I got the job in the machine shop at the rail road oh Miguel that's good news".The author included this information about the character because we can know he likes trains and wants the job. If we didn't know this information about the character,we would be surprised the book would be different because there could be less work and less money because he didn't work there.

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A word to describe the character Miguel is cheerful.One new thing I learned about Miguel is that he got the Railroad position that he wished he wanted. In the text it states ¨She watched Miguel's animated face thinking at last his dream was coming true¨.

The author included this information about Miguel because we would never know what Miguel was wishing for and we would never know what position he got.If we didn't know this information about the character Miguel, the book would be different because we wouldn't know why Miguel was so happy and what the position Miguel wished for

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A word to describe the character is Fearless. One new thing I learned about Marta is that she left the camp with people who want to strike then work in a disgusting condition. In the text it states, "We were tossed out of the migrant workers camp and were told either to go back to work or leave. So we left We weren't going to work under those disgusting conditions and those pitiful wages". The author included this information about the character because it shows how Marta does not care if she loses her job and would rather leave to strike for better pay and condition. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would think that Marta is still working in a bad disgusting condition and change mind of striking.

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A word to describe the character is helpful. One new thing I learned about Esperanza is that she is now helpful. In the text it states,  "She helped Hortensia cook dinner in the late afternoon ¨. The author included this information about the character because we now can see how Esperanza changed. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would not know how Esperanza changes throughout the book.

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A word to describe the character is joyful.

One new thing I learned about (Miguel) is that he is very joyful to get his dream job. In the text it states, "I got a job in the machine shop at the railroad".

The author included this information about the character because the railroad workers have joined the strike so they accepted Miguel to work for them.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn't know why Miguel did get accepted to work.

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A  word to describe the character Miguel is excited

One new thing I learned about Miguel is Excited I know this because In the text it states, "I know it might be temporary but if I do a good job, they maybe they will keep me".

The author included this information about the character Miguel because Its because we could know that Miguel loves trains

If we didn't know this information about the character, Miguel the book would be different because we would not know that Miguel loves train and why Miguel is so excited about his job.

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A word to describe the character is Respectful One new thing I learned about Marta  is she misjudged Esperanza In the text it states, "I'm sorry I misjudged you".The author included this information about the character because we would think shes rude If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would think shes rude and hate her

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A word to describe the character is grateful.
One new thing I learned about Marta is she was being helpful to Esperanza because she gave her a apron for her to wear it when she goes to work for her to not get kicked out of working, and for her to look like she was a worker. In the text it states, " When you leave, put on the apron and carry the asparagus so you''ll look like a worker, just in case anyone stops you."
The author included this information about the character because then we will not know how Marta is feeling when they get kicked out and if she is really nice or mean because in the being she was mean to her.
If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we will not know how Marta is feeling or if she is nice or mean, or how she got kicked out.

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A word to describe the character is... respectful

One new thing I learned about marta is... that she can be respectful because she was thankful for the ride they had given to her and her mother

The author included this information about the character because...  we can now know that she can be respectful sometime and not mean all the timewe had also learned that she judged esperanza too quick

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because... we would end up seeing her as rude and awful and shes not so we would have seen her in a whole different point of view.

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A word to describe the character Esperanza  is helpful.
One new thing I learned about the Esperanza is that she cares about her mom because she is working on the field so they can have money for food. In the text it states¨She worked during the week and helped Hortensia cook dinner in the late afternoons.In the evening she helped Josefina with the babies and Isabel with her homework.¨ The author included this information about the character because then we will not know if Esperanza stated home to help her mom or went to work.
If we didn´t know about this information about the character,the book wold be different because it can like have the parts that do not say she went to work and it can say she was tired and then we ill not why.

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A word to describe the character is...grateful

One new thing I learned about  Miguel is... that got in a rail road job

The author included this information about the character because...now we know that he has a job

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would of not know that he has a job and that he is going to work soon.

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A word to describe the character is listless

One new thing I learned about Mama is getting sick and she doesn't have energy left her body is weak and she feels like she can ´ t move her body The text it states, "Lately, it seemed Esperanza could not interest Mama in anything, "please, Mama" she begged, " you must eat more soup, please mama, you must drink more juice. Mama, let me comb your hair. It will make you feel better." But Mama was listless and Esperanza often found her weeping in silence. It was as if after all her hard work in getting them there, her strong and determined mother had given up".

The author included this information about the character because how Mama feels if she is going to die or she will get better.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we won ´ t know why Esperanza was working and where she was going on Saturdays and Sundays.

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A word to describe the character is fearless.

One new thing I learned about Marta is that she is fearless  because she wants to strike and she does not care that if she fails they are going to sent her to mexico she wants to strike because she does not want to work under bad conditions i know this because in the text it states we aren´t going to work under those disgusting conditions and those pitiful wages.

The author included this information about the character because if they did not the story would not be the same because they need something to fight for because if they did not they would have nothing to fight for and the book would not be that same.

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would not understand what they are fighting for and we would be like why are they fighting and this information is important because we understand what are they fighting for and why are they fighting.

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A word to describe the Esperanza is kind.One new thing I learned about Esperanza  is helpful because In the text is states " she help Hortensia cook dinner in the late afternoon. The author included this information about Esperanza because the author want use to know that Esperanza is helpful another word for helpful is obliging that mean helpful.
If we didn't know this information about the character Esperanza, the book would be different because we would not know if Esperanza kind or she mean of she is helpful .

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.A word to describe the character (Esperanza) Responsible and appreciative.

.One new thing i learned about Esperanza is that she is a very hard worker like a mom and she could do all of these stuff in once if she is like a mom because she has to feed the babies,has to cook food,everything and  she takes care of her mom because she dont care about the color is the blanket she still crochet it

.The author included this information about the character because we now know that Esperanza is a very hard working woman.

.if we didn't know this information about the character ,the book would be different because we wont know how responsible Esperanza is because she does this daily she is unshrinking

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a word to describe the character is nice
one new thing i learned about Esperanza is she can help her family

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A word to describe Mama is Upset

One new thing I learned about Mama is she  got more sick In the text it states, "The blanket grew longer. And Mama grew more pale".

The author included this information about the character because they wanted us to know how mama is doing with her illness

If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we would think mama is getting better

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A word to describe the character (Marta) is thankful because Esperanza is helping Marta because they are trying to find Marta and send her to mexico because she was striking. One new thing I learned about Marta is she is being chased to be sent back to mexico but Esperanza is helping her so she doesn't get caught. In the text it states, "When you leave, put on the apron and carry the asparagus so you'll look like a worker just in case anyone stops you.". The author included this information about the character because Marta was being chased and Esperanza was trying to help her. If we didn't know this information about the character, the book would be different because we wouldn't know why Marta being chased and why Esperanza was helping her or what happened to her after she refused to work.