Esperanza Rising Las Ciruelas

What metaphor does Esperanza use to describe her relationship to Miguel?

• they stand on two different sides of the same rivier

• the sound of grapes ready for harvest

• the blooming of roses from ashes

• mountains and valleys

What is the advice that Esperanza gives Isabel at the end of the story?

• Chin up butter cup

• Keep your head high cutie pie

• Don't ever be afraid to start over

• You're never to young to work hard

What did Abuelita mean when she said "after many mountains and valleys we will be together?"

• Esperanza was going to have to sew a lot

• Esperanza was going to experience many highs and lows

• Esperanza was going to do a lot of physical climbing

• Esperanza was going to move a lot

What does Esperanza learn about community in this chapter?

• It is unnecessary.

• It is weak during hard times.

• It is essential for survival.

• It can be neglectful.

What change does Esperanza experience in her character by the end of this chapter?

• She wants to return to Mexico.

• She becomes less hopeful.

• She becomes more selfish.

• She learns the value of hard work.

What symbolizes hope in this chapter?

• The sun

• The river

• The surviving potatoes

• The dust storm

MIguel retrieves Abuelita and brings her to America because:

• He knows that Esperanza and Mama need her

• Esperanza begs him to go and get her

• He has found her a job in California

• Abuelita sends him money to come and get her

What does Esperanza learn about patience in the chapter 'Las Ciruelas'?

• A) It is unnecessary.

• B) It is a virtue.

• C) It is a sign of weakness.

• D) It is overrated.

In 'Las Ciruelas', what does the plum symbolize for Esperanza?

• A) Wealth

• B) Simplicity

• C) Growth

• D) Despair

How does Esperanza's relationship with Miguel evolve in 'Las Ciruelas'?

• A) They become distant.

• B) They grow closer.

• C) They remain unchanged.

• D) They become rivals.