Questions for Under the Mesquite

What motivates Lupita to write poetry?

• To escape her worries

• To impress her friends

• To prepare for college

• To make her parents proud

Who is the main character in Under the Mesquite?

• Estela

• Lupita

• Clara

• Mariana

What does the mesquite tree symbolize in the story?

• Family roots and resilience

• Wealth and prosperity

• Education and success

• Friends and community

How does Lupita’s relationship with her mother influence her character development?

• It makes her more rebellious.

• It teaches her resilience.

• It causes her to be pessimistic.

• It distances her from her siblings.

What is Lupita’s major conflict in the story?

• Balancing school and work

• Deciding on a college major

• Taking care of her family while her mother is sick

• Competing with her siblings for attention

What cultural heritage does Lupita’s family honor in Under the Mesquite?

• Italian

• Mexican

• Native American

• French

How does Lupita feel about her role in the family?

• Grateful for the responsibility

• Overwhelmed but determined

• Indifferent

• Annoyed and rebellious

What does Lupita hope to achieve by going to college?

• Becoming independent

• Avoiding family responsibilities

• Gaining fame

• Earning her mother’s respect

What role does Lupita’s love for poetry play in her life?

• A way to express her thoughts and escape her struggles

• A pastime without real significance

• A way to communicate with her siblings

• A requirement for school

What does the mesquite tree teach Lupita by the end of the story?

• The importance of strength and resilience

• The need to break away from family

• The power of friendship

• The importance of education