Exploring Chapter 2: Grapes

What special task is Esperanza given during the harvest?

• She is responsible for organizing the fiesta.

• She is asked to prepare the meals for the workers.

• She is given the honor of cutting the first cluster of grapes.

• She is allowed to ride the horses.

Why is Esperanza given the honor of cutting the first cluster of grapes?

• Because she is the eldest daughter.

• Because she is the only child and Papa's pride and glory.

• Because she is the best worker.

• Because she asked for it.

What event coincides with the end of the grape harvest?

• The arrival of new workers.

• The planting of new crops.

• The beginning of the school year.

• Esperanza's birthday and the annual fiesta.

Who is Esperanza's best friend?

• Marisa Rodriguez

• Miguel

• Bertina

• Cheetah

What does Esperanza's mother give her for her birthday?

• A book

• A porcelain doll

• A new dress

• Linens, camisoles, or blouses embroidered with her beautiful needlework

What does Esperanza see as a sign of bad luck?

• A black cat crossing her path

• Breaking a mirror

• Pricking her finger on a thorn

• Spilling salt

Who comforts Esperanza while they wait for news about her father?

• The housekeeper

• Her best friend Marisa

• Her uncles

• Her mother and grandmother

What does Esperanza's grandmother teach her to do to take her mind off worry?

• Cook

• Read

• Crochet

• Paint

Who brings the news of Papa's death?

• The field workers

• The housekeeper

• The mayor

• Esperanza's uncles

How does Esperanza react to the news of her father's death?

• She faints

• She runs away

• She falls to her knees and cries

• She remains silent