Esperanza Rising Asparagus

What was Tio Luis wearing that made Esperanza cry?

• Papa's belt buckle

• Papa's boots

• Papa's cowboy hat

• Papa's jacket

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What does the little girl on the train want Esperanza to show her?

• Her doll

• Her snack

• Her shawl 

• Her crocheting 

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Of what does Esperanza's new home, the camp cabin, remind her?

• It reminds her of her beautiful house at El Rancho de las Rosas.

• It reminds her of Marisol's house.

• It reminds her of the servants' cabins at El Rancho de las Rosas.

• It reminds her of the horse stables at El Rancho de las Rosas.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

What was Esperanza's only hope of having Mama get better?

• Abuelita

• new medicines

• Hortensia

• Miguel working more hours to make more money for Mama's stay in the hospital.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What does Esperanza learn about the importance of asparagus in the novel?

• It is a symbol of wealth and prosperity.

• It represents the struggles of migrant workers.

• It is a favorite food of Esperanza.

• It is used as a medicinal herb.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the author use asparagus as a metaphor in 'Esperanza Rising'?

• To show the growth of Esperanza's character.

• To illustrate the economic disparity between classes.

• To highlight the cultural differences in the story.

• To depict the changing seasons.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

In 'Esperanza Rising', what does the asparagus harvest symbolize for the workers?

• A time of celebration and joy.

• A period of hard work and endurance.

• An opportunity for rest and relaxation.

• A chance to travel and explore.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which literary device is used when describing the asparagus fields in 'Esperanza Rising'?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Alliteration

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

What challenge does Esperanza face during the asparagus season?

• Learning to cook asparagus dishes.

• Dealing with the harsh working conditions.

• Understanding the market value of asparagus.

• Competing with other workers for jobs.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does the asparagus season affect Esperanza's family dynamics?

• It brings them closer together.

• It causes tension and conflict.

• It has no significant impact.

• It leads to a family reunion.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2