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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After they all discuss family options in Chapter 3, what is Ramona's request of Alfonso?
(a) She wants to know if they will write her if they find a work for her.
(b) She wants to know if she can send Esperanza with them until she can join them.
(c) She wants to know if they will stay and start a new farm for her.
(d) She wants to know if she, Esperanza, and Abuelita can go with Alfonso to California.

2. What group of women help the Ortega's with their plan to survive and make a new life for themselves?
(a) A group of female farmers.
(b) A group of nuns.
(c) A group female artists.
(d) A group of female journalists.

3. At the beginning of Chapter 4, what family friend helps the Ortegas and their friends leave Mexico?
(a) Senor Rodriguez.
(b) The mayor.
(c) The family doctor.
(d) The lawyer.

4. What is it that Esperanza plays with on the train until interrupted by another child?
(a) Her doll.
(b) Her mother's purse.
(c) Her ivory chess set.
(d) Her puzzles.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the issue over which the Mexican Revolution was fought?

2. On the wagon ride to the train station, why is Esperanza not permitted to ride with Miguel as she wants to?

3. On Christmas day, what does Esperanza give her mother?

4. What handiwork does Abuelita teach Esperanza?

5. Who is the friend that Esperanza looks forward to spending time with right after her birthday?

(see the answer key)

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