Esperanza Rising

Why is the family so angry at Tío Luis?

• Because he did not attend the funeral

• Because he is trying to take Papa's place and wants to marry Mama.

• Because he forgot to buy Esperanza a birthday gift.

• Because Papa left everything to him and left Mama and Esperanza with no money.

How did Esperanza’s mother respond when Tio Luis asked her to marry him?

• She said Yes!

• She said she needed time to think about her answer.

• She said NO!

• She was excited that he finally proposed to her.

Who is Miguel?

• Esperanza's older brother

• He works for Esperanza's family and is her friend.

• Her boyfriend

• Tio Luis's son

What is the setting for the story?

• The city of Oaxaca, Mexico 1950

• Mexico City, Mexico 1924

• Aguascalientes, Mexico 1924

• Los Angeles, California 1934

Which one was NOT a gift that was given to her?

• A doll

• A white purse

• A book "Don Quijote"

• A rope of red beads from Chita

• An embroidered dresser scarf