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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Esperanza wakes up on the morning of her birthday, what word accurately describes her how she feels?
(a) Confused.
(b) Sad.
(c) Happy.
(d) Excited.

2. Who is the friend that Esperanza looks forward to spending time with right after her birthday?
(a) Abuelita.
(b) Marisol.
(c) Miguel.
(d) Maria.

3. In the myth that Abuelita reminds Esperanza of, what ultimately happens to the bird?
(a) He spreads peace wherever he goes.
(b) He is born again out of his ashes.
(c) His wide wings destroy all who threaten him.
(d) He sings a sweet, hopeful song that encourages others.

4. Once on the train, how does Mama manage to keep busy?
(a) She crochets.
(b) She writes in a journal.
(c) She knits.
(d) She prays with a rosary.

5. Who does Esperanza say she will marry some day?
(a) Alfonso
(b) Marco.
(c) The mayor.
(d) Miguel.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Orgeta relative visiting after the fire think Esperanza will learn at the school?

2. When Ramona discusses family choices with Hortensia and her family, where does Hortensia and her family make it known they are going?

3. When Esperanza is running out of the house in Chapter 3, what does she manage to grab and rescue?

4. At the time of this post-fire visit, what does the Ortega relative suggest will be an appropriate school for Esperanza?

5. What is Mama's reaction to a marriage proposal after Papa's death?

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