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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 29: "Four Skinny Trees".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which adult likes to play with children?
(a) Ruthie.
(b) Sally.
(c) Edna.
(d) Gil.

2. What or whom does Esperanza believe understands her?
(a) The four skinny trees outside her bedroom window.
(b) Sally.
(c) Sire.
(d) The clouds and sky.

3. How many days does it take Esperanza to convince her mother to allow her to eat in the canteen?
(a) Three.
(b) Six.
(c) Four.
(d) Five.

4. Who crumples like a coat and cries?
(a) Esperanza’s grandfather.
(b) Esperanza’s mama.
(c) Esperanza.
(d) Esperanza’s papa.

5. Who built the house that Meme lives in?
(a) Cathy’s father.
(b) Edna’s husband.
(c) Louie.
(d) Louie’s father.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Elenita?

2. The Vargas kids are without respect for _________?

3. In the family of little feet, who sleeps on the couch?

4. How does she describe Nenny’s hair?

5. Who does Esperanza notice watching her when she crosses the street?

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