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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. After Esperanza's birthday, who is spending so much time in her father's study?
(a) Miguel and Hortensia.
(b) Miguel and Alfonso.
(c) Tio Luis and Tio Marco.
(d) Abuelita and Mama.

3. What does the Orgeta relative visiting after the fire think Esperanza will learn at the school?
(a) Husbandry.
(b) Better manners.
(c) English.
(d) Ranching.

4. What was the treat Esperanza remembers from an earlier time in Zacatecas?
(a) A burrito.
(b) Candy.
(c) A mango carved like a flower.
(d) New shoes.

5. At the time of the harvest, how long had the Mexican revolution been over?
(a) Twenty years.
(b) Two years.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Five years.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the traveling group reaches the wagon, what is it that Hortensia predicts that Tio Luis has already bragged about?

2. On the night of this meeting about Papa's will, what news does Miguel have for Esperanza?

3. What outstanding fact does Marta reveal about her father?

4. Who made the first cut at harvest time?

5. In the recollection that Hortensia told about bandits in the house, what did Miguel have in his pocket that proved useful?

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