Esperanza Rising Avocados

Esperanza is Spanish for what English word?

• Rising

• Hope

• Love

• Rose

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 teach Esperanza at the beginning of the story that Esperanza later taught Isabel at the end of the story?

• Do not be afraid to start over.

• Always listen to your parents.

• How to cook.

What is the significance of avocados in 'Esperanza Rising'?

• They symbolize wealth and prosperity.

• They are Esperanza's favorite fruit.

• They represent the struggles of farm workers.

• They are a gift from Abuelita.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what lesson does Esperanza learn from working with avocados?

• The importance of family.

• The value of hard work.

• The joy of cooking.

• The beauty of nature.

Which character in 'Esperanza Rising' is associated with avocados?

• Miguel

• Isabel

• Mama

• Hortensia

How do avocados play a role in Esperanza's development in the story?

• They teach her patience and resilience.

• They remind her of her past life.

• They are a source of conflict.

• They symbolize her dreams.

What does Esperanza compare avocados to in 'Esperanza Rising'?

• Her life before the move.

• Her relationship with her mother.

• The challenges she faces.

• The seasons of the year.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what do avocados symbolize for the workers?

• Hope for a better future.

• A connection to their homeland.

• A source of income.

• A luxury item.

What is the role of avocados in the economy depicted in 'Esperanza Rising'?

• They are a staple food.

• They are a luxury export.

• They are used in traditional medicine.

• They are a seasonal crop.