I see Ernesto changing throughout the Motorcycle Diaries, even though he is just traveling throughout South America. Ernesto came from a wealthy family and had never left Argentina before so he did not know how other people live. The changes become apparent when they meet the couple with nowhere to go and you see the sadness on their faces. Ernesto gave them his $15 which shows his compassion. When they start to travel by foot they start meeting other indigenous people. He starts to change because he is seeing the disparity between the rich and poor and a visit to Machu Picchu, solidifies in Guevara that he has to do something about it. Without exploring the world Ernesto was able to see how his own country was divided. I have now learned