Ernesto is the protagonist, at the beginning he's just a boy from an early age he is a responsible and thoughtful boy. He never complains about the lifestyle of poverty in Mexico. In the state's Ernesto is immensely grateful for his education and improved living conditions. Then, his mom dies and he loses the privileges to his stepdad's money and goes to live with his Uncle and works full time. Even after that Ernesto still doesn't complain, instead, he focuses on his work and does his best, but recognizes his value. Ernesto knows he's smart enough to not work like this, so he quits and sets his goals to improving his circumstances
F. a hardship is a challenge/a situation someone has to go through. all things listed can be considered a hardship. The pioneer women faces these struggles.
