Esperanza Rising Character Analysis Quiz

Who is the main character in the story?

• Hortensia

• Esperanza Ortega

• Ramona Ortega

• Sixto Ortega

What happened to Esperanza's father?

• He was attacked and killed

• He moved to California

• He became poor and homeless

• He started working as a mechanic

Who is Esperanza's mother?

• Hortensia

• Marta

• Abuelita

• Ramona Ortega

What is the occupation of Miguel's dream job?

• Housekeeper

• Field boss for the ranch

• Mechanic for the railroad

• Servant

Who is the housekeeper for Esperanza's family?

• Hortensia

• Abuelita

• Marta

• Ramona Ortega

Who is Esperanza's grandmother?

• Ramona Ortega

• Marta

• Hortensia

• Abuelita

What does Esperanza's father teach her?

• To be patient

• To be happy with what she has

• To be strong

• To be generous

Why does Esperanza's mother decide to run away to California?

• To protect herself from her mean uncles

• To find a better job

• To visit her family

• To protect herself from bandits

What does Marta fight for?

• Higher pay for the Mexican workers

• Better living conditions for the Mexican workers

• Access to education for all

• Equal rights for all

What happens to Esperanza's house?

• It is sold

• It gets attacked by bandits

• It is renovated

• It burns down