Esperanza Rising Test 2
Esperanza Rising Test 2 assesses understanding of key plot points and character actions in the novel 'Esperanza Rising'. It evaluates comprehension through specific questions about events and motivations in the story, enhancing literary analysis skills.
- 1.
Who killed Papa?
- A.
Tio Luis
- B.
Tio Marco
- C.
Bandits
- D.
Alfonso
Correct Answer
C. BanditsExplanation
The correct answer is Bandits because it is stated in the question that Papa was killed, and the bandits are the only option given that could have potentially committed the act of killing him. Tio Luis, Tio Marco, and Alfonso are not mentioned in relation to Papa's death, so they can be ruled out as potential suspects.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Why did Senor Rodriguez bring the papayas?
- A.
Papa ordered them for the fiesta
- B.
He owed Papa a favor
- C.
He wanted to share them for the fiesta
- D.
He wanted to give them to Esperanza as a gift for her birthday
Correct Answer
A. Papa ordered them for the fiestaExplanation
Senor Rodriguez brought the papayas because Papa ordered them for the fiesta.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What did Esperanza avoid?
- A.
Speaking to anyone
- B.
Going to the funeral
- C.
Walking in the vineyard
- D.
Opening her gifts
Correct Answer
D. Opening her giftsExplanation
Esperanza avoided opening her gifts. The question is asking what she avoided, and out of the given options, opening her gifts is the only one that makes sense. The other options (speaking to anyone, going to the funeral, walking in the vineyard) are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be considered as things that she avoided.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which one was not a gift that was given to her?
- A.
A doll
- B.
A white purse
- C.
Don Quijote
- D.
A rope of red beads from Chita
- E.
An embroidered dresser scarf
Correct Answer
D. A rope of red beads from ChitaExplanation
The correct answer is "a rope of red beads from Chita." This means that among the gifts given to her, a rope of red beads from Chita was not included.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What seems very wrong to Esperanza?
- A.
That her uncle is wearing Papa's belt buckle
- B.
The way her uncle's papers were on Papa's desk
- C.
Tio Luis sitting in Papa's chair
- D.
Only A and C
- E.
Only A, B, and C
Correct Answer
E. Only A, B, and CExplanation
Esperanza finds it very wrong that her uncle is wearing Papa's belt buckle, the way her uncle's papers were on Papa's desk, and Tio Luis sitting in Papa's chair. These actions suggest that her uncle is trying to take over or replace her father's role and presence in their lives, which is unsettling and disrespectful to Esperanza and her family.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What did Papa leave for Mama and Esperanza?
- A.
The house
- B.
The income from the grapes
- C.
The land
- D.
All of the above (A, B, and C)
- E.
Only A and B
Correct Answer
E. Only A and BExplanation
Papa left the house and the income from the grapes for Mama and Esperanza. This means that he left them with a place to live and a source of income. The option "only A and B" correctly states that Papa left both the house and the income from the grapes, while the other options are either incomplete or incorrect.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What does Tio Luis say to Mama that offends her?
Correct Answer
Proposing to marry himExplanation
Tio Luis offends Mama by proposing to marry him.Rate this question:
- 8.
What does the lawyer mean by this quote on page 34: "Remember, they are the banker and the mayor."?
- A.
That the uncles are in control
- B.
The uncles will try to help the family as much as possible
- C.
They want to open an account at the bank with the uncles
- D.
The uncles can give the family money
- E.
The uncles want to run the government
Correct Answer
A. That the uncles are in controlExplanation
The lawyer's quote on page 34 suggests that the uncles have a significant amount of power and influence. It implies that they hold positions of authority, possibly as a banker and a mayor, which gives them control over certain aspects of the family's situation. This could mean that they have the ability to make important decisions or exert their influence to benefit the family.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Where does Miguel's family think about going to?
- A.
They do not want to leave the ranch
- B.
They want to go work for the uncles
- C.
They want to find work in the United States
- D.
They want to return to Guadalajara, Mexico, where they are from
Correct Answer
C. They want to find work in the United StatesExplanation
Miguel's family wants to find work in the United States. This is indicated by the fact that they are considering leaving the ranch and potentially working for their uncles. Additionally, the option of returning to Guadalajara, Mexico, where they are from, suggests that they are currently living somewhere else and are open to the idea of finding work in a different location.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Miguel calls Esperanza by her childhood name, ________________.
Correct Answer
AnzaExplanation
Miguel calls Esperanza by her childhood name, "Anza."Rate this question:
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