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Esperanza Rising Vocabulary

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 15mins

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1.

What is the meaning of the word 'arbor' as used in 'Esperanza Rising'?

a)

A type of tree

b)

A shaded area formed by plants

c)

A type of fruit

d)

A type of flower

2.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what does the word 'capricious' mean?

a)

Predictable

b)

Unpredictable

c)

Joyful

d)

Sad

3.

Which word best describes Esperanza's character at the beginning of 'Esperanza Rising'?

a)

Humble

b)

Spoiled

c)

Generous

d)

Timid

4.

What does the word 'resounding' mean in the context of 'Esperanza Rising'?

a)

Quiet

b)

Echoing

c)

Dull

d)

Soft

5.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what is the meaning of 'indignation'?

a)

Happiness

b)

Anger at unfairness

c)

Confusion

d)

Fear

6.

What does 'repatriation' mean as used in 'Esperanza Rising'?

a)

Returning to one's country

b)

Exile

c)

Immigration

d)

Traveling

7.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what does the word 'valise' refer to?

a)

A type of fruit

b)

A small suitcase

c)

A musical instrument

d)

A piece of jewelry

8.

What is the meaning of 'mesmerized' in 'Esperanza Rising'?

a)

Bored

b)

Fascinated

c)

Angry

d)

Confused

9.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what does 'devout' mean?

a)

Religious

b)

Lazy

c)

Indifferent

d)

Joyful

10.

What does the word 'forlorn' mean in the context of 'Esperanza Rising'?

a)

Cheerful

b)

Lonely and sad

c)

Excited

d)

Angry

11.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what does 'propriety' mean?

a)

Rudeness

b)

Politeness

c)

Wealth

d)

Poverty

12.

What is the meaning of 'disembark' as used in 'Esperanza Rising'?

a)

To board a ship

b)

To leave a ship

c)

To repair a ship

d)

To sink a ship

13.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what does 'undulating' mean?

a)

Flat

b)

Wavy

c)

Sharp

d)

Steep

14.

What does 'reminiscent' mean in the context of 'Esperanza Rising'?

a)

Forgetful

b)

Reminding of something

c)

Unrelated

d)

Opposite

15.

In 'Esperanza Rising', what does 'cacophony' mean?

a)

Harmony

b)

Silence

c)

Loud and harsh noise

d)

Soft music