Esperanza Rising Test

On the train ride, Esperanza meets a woman with chickens that claims:

• She is happy to be alive with her family (That’s all she needs).

• She knows where there is better work for better pay (which is a lie).

• They all should watch their backs in fear of being deported back to Mexico.

• She knows where some money is hidden.

What do Esperanza and Miguel have in common?

• They are related.

• They both like the United States.

• They have specific flowers that represent them.

• They will both one day be rich.

Esperanza’s mother was first taken ill by which sickness?

• Flu

• Valley Fever

• Hunger

• Pneumonia

Which statement BEST describes Esperanza in the story?

• She is grateful that she has loved ones with her.

• She is angry that her mother has made her move.

• She is excited about starting over somewhere new.

• She is confused by the new experiences in her life.

Which sentence from the story BEST supports how to describe Esperanza in the story?

• "But why does Carmen need to take care of the beggar at all?' said Esperanza.

• "They watched Carmen greet her waiting children, several of the little ones scrambling in to her arms.

• "Besides, they were going to the United States now and it certainly would not be true there.

• "What was wrong with her?"

Which details from the story best develop the difference in Esperanza's old life compared to her new one?

• "Mama tried not to smile" compared to "Esperanza ignored Mama's comment"

• "hugged as if they had been friends forever" compared to "he sat next to Esperanza, near the window"

• "tiny russet feathers floated around in the car" compared to "finely dressed in clothes like the ones that used to hang in Esperanza's and Mam's closets"

• "four days and nights" compared to "after a few thoughtful moments"

Which evidence proves Miguel's point of view about society?

• "The rich take care of the rich and the poor take care of those who have less than they have. "

• "Miguel looked at Esperanza, wrinkled his forehead and shook his head."

Which evidence proves Esperanza's point of view about society?

• "Only a few yards away is the farmer's market with carts of fresh food."

• "Do you think it is wise to tell a peasant are personal business?"

How does Esperanza feel when some of the strikers are deported?

• She feels compassion for them

• She is angry at them

• She doesn't care about them

• She ignores them

What does Esperanza buy for Mama at Mr. Yakota's market?

• a statue

• a pinata

• a dress

• a card