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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the first crop of harvest time is picked, what is the next crop ready to harvest?
(a) Cotton.
(b) Corn.
(c) Potatoes.
(d) Strawberries.

2. Who is Hortensia?
(a) Esperanza's grandmother.
(b) Esperanza's best friend.
(c) The head housekeeper.
(d) Esperanza's mother.

3. What handiwork does Abuelita teach Esperanza?
(a) Embroidering.
(b) Crocheting.
(c) Knitting.
(d) Sewing.

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

5. As described in Chapter 13, what are Elbertas?
(a) Peaches.
(b) Plums.
(c) Fruit wagons.
(d) Canadian immigrants.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 8, who tells Esperanza that the strike that was planned for the next day will not take place?

2. While the family is waiting for Papa to come in from the fields at the end of the day, who is it that the family worries about?

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

4. Who is Mr. Yakota?

5. In the final chapter, what day is celebrated?

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