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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why couldn't Miguel work on the railroad in Mexico?
(a) He could not pass the test.
(b) He did not have citizen papers.
(c) He had no recommendations.
(d) He did not have the required lever.

2. When Ramona is weighing her options, who explains her options?
(a) Alfonso.
(b) Tio Marco.
(c) Hortensia.
(d) Tio Luis.

3. What is Marta's attitude toward Esperanza?
(a) She is curious about Esperanza's clothes.
(b) She is curious about Esperanza's way of speaking.
(c) She wants to learn etiquette from Esperanza.
(d) She resents Esperanza because of her former wealth.

4. After the fire, what is the reason for an Ortega relative's visit?
(a) To give insurance advice.
(b) To bring tortillas.
(c) To renew his marriage proposal.
(d) To bring soup.

5. What is Esperanza's reaction to the girl with dirty hands who tries to hold her hand at the camp?
(a) She helps the girl wash her hands.
(b) She lets the girl hold her hand.
(c) She smiles and takes both hands of the girl.
(d) She pulls away from the girl.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Alfonso?

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

3. When Mama sits Esperanza down in the cabin to talk to her, what is the essence of Mama's lecture to Esperanza?

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

5. What has happened to Papa's belt buckle since Papa's death?

(see the answer key)

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