Esperanza Rising Los Aguacates Avocados

How are Miguel's character traits different from Esperanza's?

• He is brave and is not thinking about the past. Esperanza is angry and sad and thinking only about the past and what they have lost.

• She is brave and is not thinking about the past. Miguel is angry and sad and thinking only about the past and what they have lost.

• He is doesn't care about the past. Esperanza is happy and thinking only about the future.

• She is only thinking about the past future. Miguel is angry and sad and thinking only about the past and what they have lost.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Why do Esperanza and Miguel shop at Mr. Yakota's market when there are other markets much closer to the camp?

• The owners of the farm have a deal with Mr. Yakota and force the workers to shop from his store.

• Mr. Yakota has discounted prices.

• Mr. Yakota is a good friend of the family.

• Mr. Yakota is kind to Mexicans and he stocks many of the foods that Mexicans like.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RF.5.4C

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

Esperanza is Spanish for what English word?

• Rising

• Hope

• Love

• Rose

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

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

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the significance of avocados in the chapter 'Los Aguacates' in 'Esperanza Rising'?

• A) They symbolize wealth and prosperity.

• B) They represent Esperanza's past life in Mexico.

• C) They are a staple food in the camp.

• D) They are used as a bargaining tool.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

How does Esperanza's attitude towards work change in the chapter 'Los Aguacates'?

• A) She becomes more resentful.

• B) She starts to appreciate the value of hard work.

• C) She remains indifferent.

• D) She becomes more dependent on others.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What literary device is used when describing the avocados in 'Los Aguacates'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

In 'Los Aguacates', what does Esperanza learn about her mother?

• A) She is recovering well.

• B) She is still very ill.

• C) She has returned to Mexico.

• D) She has found a new job.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

Which character helps Esperanza understand the importance of avocados in 'Los Aguacates'?

• A) Miguel

• B) Isabel

• C) Marta

• D) Alfonso

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the main theme explored in the chapter 'Los Aguacates'?

• A) Friendship

• B) Resilience

• C) Betrayal

• D) Freedom

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.9