Esperanza Rising Test Review

Front

What moment does Esperanza realize the dead body in the cart is her father?

Back

Alfonso didn't say a word but the tears running down his round cheeks confirmed the worst.

Front

What does Esperanza give to Isabel that shows her change since the beginning of the novel?

Back

A porcelain doll.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Why were guavas significant during the escape to California?

Back

The women hid under the guavas in a secret compartment in the wagon so no one would suspect them.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What did Esperanza do while waiting for her father in the garden?

Back

Cut her finger on a thorn.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

Who is mean to Esperanza in the story?

Back

Marta.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does Esperanza's act of giving Isabel a porcelain doll symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes Esperanza's growth and willingness to share.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Esperanza's relationship with her mother evolve throughout the story?

Back

It strengthens as they face challenges together.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does the garden play in Esperanza's life?

Back

It represents her past and her connection to her father.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does the character of Marta represent in the story?

Back

Marta represents the struggles and resilience of migrant workers.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Esperanza's perspective on wealth change throughout the novel?

Back

She learns that true wealth is found in love and family, not material possessions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3