Esperanza Chapter 8

What was in the secret package that Alfonso and Miguel brought with them from Mexico?

• Papa’s rose plants 

• A kitten for Esperanza

• Esperanza's favorite dress

• Some grapes from the ranch

What was Esperanza old enough to do as the ladies got hot water ready?

• Braid her own hair

• Bathe herself

• Sweep the floor

• Make tea for the fiesta

Why was it important for Esperanza to go to the jamaica?

• To dance with Miguel

• To face everybody after she was so embarrassed in front of them

• To convince Mama she was happy in the U.S.

• To thank Isabel for helping her during the week

Why does Marta want everyone in the camp to strike so badly?

• To raise awareness for the poor working conditions

• To help out her family

• To make more money and get better living conditions

• To irritate Esperanza

Why are the people at Esperanza's camp not willing to join the strike? 

• They are fearful of the repercussions 
• They are happy with how things are
• They are considered lucky to have the jobs they have and live in this camp
• They don't need better working conditions 

According to the text (page 135) if the Mexicans strike, what will happen? 

• The big farms will simply hire others
• The big farms will loose business and suffer
• The workers will throw a big fiesta
• The workers will have to return to Mexico

Why did Marta and her friends get kicked out of the company camp?

• They were dressed poorly

• They did not know how to do the Floss.

• They were yelling and trying to force people to join the strike

• They were disrespectful to the camp owner

When Mama prays at the end of the chapter, what does she pray for? 

• She prays for a good crop
• She prays for Papa to watch over them
• She prays Esperanza will make friends
• She prays for strength for Esperanza.