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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When asparagus season begins and the truck arrives to take Esperanza, Hortensia, and Josefina to the field, what does a man have to protect them?
(a) An umbrella.
(b) Citizen papers.
(c) Rain ponchos.
(d) A gun.

3. To what does Esperanza compare their living style at this camp when they first arrive from Mexico?
(a) Beggars.
(b) Peasants.
(c) Horses.
(d) Chickens.

4. What do the travelers sit on in the train to California?
(a) Chicken crates.
(b) The floor of the car.
(c) Their suitcases.
(d) Wooden seats.

5. What does Esperanza do to keep warm while she works in Chapter 9?
(a) She sits near the fire.
(b) She heats her socks before she starts.
(c) She puts a hot brick between her feet.
(d) She puts on extra blankets.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word most accurately describes how everyone on the ranch feels about the presence of the visitors who seem to take over Papa's study?

2. When the women in the camp laugh at Esperanza and upset her, who helps her?

3. In the recollection that Hortensia told about bandits in the house, where did she say that she hid with Esperanza?

4. What do the families have for dessert on their first dinner together?

5. Who comes to check on the sick person during harvest time and give a diagnosis?

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