Protagonist's Struggles in School Canteen

Esperanza wants to eat in the school canteen like the special kids. Her mother is initially reluctant but eventually agrees. Esperanza's siblings have different lunch preferences. At school, Esperanza faces challenges with the nun and Sister Superior but is allowed to eat in the canteen for one day. The experience is not as special as she imagined.

Why do the special kids get to eat in the canteen?

• Because they are the principal's favorites

• Because they are on a special school program

• Because their homes are too far or their mothers aren't home

• Because they have special dietary needs

What was the protagonist's initial request to her mother?

• To buy her a new lunchbox

• To allow her to eat at a friend's house

• To make her a sandwich and write a note for the principal

• To let her skip school

What does the protagonist's mother fear will happen if she makes a sandwich?

• She will have to make sandwiches for all the kids

• The sandwich will spoil

• The school will charge extra

• The protagonist will not eat it

What does the protagonist's mother initially think about making sandwiches for school?

• She is excited about it

• She thinks it will create more work for her

• She believes it's a great idea

• She is indifferent

What does the protagonist's mother use to point at her while discussing the sandwich?

• A butter knife

• A spoon

• A pen

• A fork

Why does Nenny prefer not to eat at school?

• She prefers to eat alone

• She is allergic to the canteen food

• She wants to watch cartoons at Gloria's house

• She dislikes the school food

What do Kiki and Carlos enjoy doing during lunchtime?

• Eating in the canteen

• Standing out in the cold

• Playing video games

• Reading books in the library

What do Kiki and Carlos believe about standing in the cold?

• It's unhealthy

• It's good for building character

• It's fun

• It's a waste of time

What argument does the protagonist use to convince her mother to let her eat at school?

• She will make new friends

• There will be fewer dishes to wash

• She will get better grades

• She will save money

What does the protagonist's mother finally agree to do?

• Let her skip school

• Make her a rice sandwich and write a note

• Buy her a new backpack

• Allow her to eat at a friend's house