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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mama do for the child who interrupted Esperanza's playing on the train?
(a) She makes her a doll.
(b) She offers her fruit.
(c) She combs her hair and styles it.
(d) She offers the girl her shawl.

2. When Esperanza wanders away from the picnic, what does she do?
(a) She lies on the ground.
(b) She picks flowers.
(c) She "talks" to her father.
(d) She prays.

3. After the fire, which of the Ortega family relatives comes to visit?
(a) Tio Marco.
(b) Tia Maria.
(c) Tia Ana.
(d) Tio Luis.

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

5. Who is Esperanza surprised to see arrive in Bakersfield?
(a) Tio Luis.
(b) Abuelita.
(c) Tio Marco.
(d) Marisol.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the truck ride when Marta talks about the workers' conditions and attempts to improve their lives, who is it that listens intently?

2. Chapter 10 is entitled "The Avocados." What is the significance of the avocados in this chapter?

3. When Esperanza is in the garden, on what does she cut her finger?

4. What is Marta's attitude toward Esperanza?

5. After Isabel's news about the new building project, what news does Miguel come home with?

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