Esperanza Rising What was different about esperanza being given the scythe was differont about esperanza being given the scythe Asked by Zy W #433268 on 3/30/2015 2:58 AM Last updated by jill d #170087 on 3/30/2015 12:36 PM
Traditionally, the scythe would be given to the eldest son. Since Esperanza was an only child (and a girl), she was given the honor.