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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the treat Esperanza remembers from an earlier time in Zacatecas?
(a) Candy.
(b) A burrito.
(c) New shoes.
(d) A mango carved like a flower.

2. On the wagon ride to the train station, why is Esperanza not permitted to ride with Miguel as she wants to?
(a) Beause she is frail.
(b) Because women travelling at night is not deemed safe.
(c) Because there is no room.
(d) Because she has behaved like a spoiled child.

3. Esperanza finally opens her birthday gifts. From whom is the porcelain doll?
(a) Abuelito.
(b) Hortensia.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her mother.

4. When Esperanza's first birthday morning visitor comes, what does he bring for her?
(a) Flowers.
(b) Pinatas.
(c) Baloons.
(d) Papayas.

5. When Mama sits Esperanza down in the cabin to talk to her, what is the essence of Mama's lecture to Esperanza?
(a) Esperanza is making her mother depressed.
(b) Esperanza can choose to be happy or miserable.
(c) Esperanza is making a fool of herself.
(d) Esperanza is ruining her chances of getting one of the better jobs.

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. In another recollection in Chapter 4, what was it that Papa rewarded Miguel's courage with?

3. Who is the first person to arrive at Esperanza's on the morning of her birthday?

4. What is the purpose of two individuals spending so much time in Papa's study?

5. What is Marta's attitude toward Esperanza?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Esperanza sees Tio Luis in her father's office, why is Esperanza unhappy to see Tio Luis wearing Papa's belt buckle?

2. At the time the fire is discovered, what might be the reason Esperanza is dreaming that a bear is waking her?

3. Mama seems quick to interpret Esperanza's cut finger as a omen involving her husband. Why might she be preoccupied with his safety at this time?

4. The harvest is a time when all farmers have their work rewarded, so it is easy to understand why it is their favorite time of year. Why does Esperanza imply that it is her favorite time of year?

5. What is the substance of the lecture Mama offers Esperanza when she realizes Alfonso and Hortensia hear Esperanza whining?

6. What is it about the migrant worker camp that is difficult for Esperanza?

7. What has Papa said about Tio Luis and Tio Marco that suggest that they are not men he admires?

8. How does Miguel help Esperanza in her adjustment to work when she is left to do household chores?

9. When Esperanza and her mother approach the immigration counter, how does Mama manage to display her dignity?

10. What disappointment does MIguel face on his first day at the camp in California?

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