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WorksheetsEsperanza Rising Vocabulary
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is the meaning of the word 'arbor' as used in 'Esperanza Rising'?
A type of tree
A shaded area formed by plants
A type of fruit
A type of flower
In 'Esperanza Rising', what does the word 'capricious' mean?
Predictable
Unpredictable
Joyful
Sad
Which word best describes Esperanza's character at the beginning of 'Esperanza Rising'?
Humble
Spoiled
Generous
Timid
What does the word 'resounding' mean in the context of 'Esperanza Rising'?
Quiet
Echoing
Dull
Soft
In 'Esperanza Rising', what is the meaning of 'indignation'?
Happiness
Anger at unfairness
Confusion
Fear
What does 'repatriation' mean as used in 'Esperanza Rising'?
Returning to one's country
Exile
Immigration
Traveling
In 'Esperanza Rising', what does the word 'valise' refer to?
A type of fruit
A small suitcase
A musical instrument
A piece of jewelry
What is the meaning of 'mesmerized' in 'Esperanza Rising'?
Bored
Fascinated
Angry
Confused
In 'Esperanza Rising', what does 'devout' mean?
Religious
Lazy
Indifferent
Joyful
What does the word 'forlorn' mean in the context of 'Esperanza Rising'?
Cheerful
Lonely and sad
Excited
Angry
In 'Esperanza Rising', what does 'propriety' mean?
Rudeness
Politeness
Wealth
Poverty
What is the meaning of 'disembark' as used in 'Esperanza Rising'?
To board a ship
To leave a ship
To repair a ship
To sink a ship
In 'Esperanza Rising', what does 'undulating' mean?
Flat
Wavy
Sharp
Steep
What does 'reminiscent' mean in the context of 'Esperanza Rising'?
Forgetful
Reminding of something
Unrelated
Opposite
In 'Esperanza Rising', what does 'cacophony' mean?
Harmony
Silence
Loud and harsh noise
Soft music
