Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan

Miguel mentions to Esperanza that they may be leaving for the United States now that it seems likely Tío Luis will be taking over the ranch. Why would his family want to leave Mexico? Support with evidence.

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Miguel's family has no wish to work for the uncles. They have no faith in their country, and they see no opportunity for bettering their lives. Even though Papa had given Miguel's family a cabin and a small parcel of land.... they knew that they uncle's would quickly take it away. (page 36)

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