Esperanza Rising Los Aguacates Avocados

Why do you think Esperanza gave the items to the family in the camp?

• Because she felt sorry for them.

• Because mama told her to.

• Because she is learning to have compassion for the poor.

• Because she didn't want the stuff anyway.

What do you think Esperanza will do when the strike happens?

• She will strike too!

• She will keep working to support her family.

• She will go back to Mexico to live with Tio Luis

• She will marry Miguel so she doesn't have to work anymore.

Why do you think Esperanza felt the need to fix up Mama's hair before she left the hospital?

• She felt helpless and wanted to be able to be helpful.

• She had recently enrolled in a cosmotology school and needed to practice.

• She didn't like the way Mama looked.

• She loved her mom and wanted to do something for her.

How is Esperanza's attitude towards children in this migrant camp different than how she acted on the train trip towards the girl that admired her doll?

• She has more compassion for them.

• She is not selfish anymore.

• She didn't want the stuff.

• She feels sorry for them.

After starting to work, Esperanza's hands looked like...

• the hands of a campesina. 

• the hands of a wealthy woman.

• the hands of a horseback rider.

• the hands of a young girl.

What does Esperanza learn about the different migrant camps?

• They don't allow "Okies" to work at the camps.

• Men and women are forced to live in different areas.

• People from different countries live separately.

• People with babies have the best housing.

What does Esperanza learn about the value of work in 'Los Aguacates' chapter?

• A) It is easy and enjoyable.

• B) It is tiring but rewarding.

• C) It is unnecessary for her.

• D) It is only for men.

In 'Los Aguacates', what does the avocado symbolize for Esperanza?

• A) Wealth and luxury.

• B) Hard work and perseverance.

• C) Family and tradition.

• D) Freedom and independence.

How does Esperanza's attitude towards work change in 'Los Aguacates'?

• A) She becomes more resentful.

• B) She learns to appreciate it.

• C) She remains indifferent.

• D) She becomes more fearful.

What is the main theme of the 'Los Aguacates' chapter?

• A) The importance of family.

• B) The struggle for survival.

• C) The joy of childhood.

• D) The power of friendship.