Esperanza Rising Symbolism Quiz

What does the crocheting taught by Abuelita symbolize in Esperanza’s life?

• Esperanza’s desire to return to Mexico

• The wealth Esperanza left behind

• The connection to her past and hope for the future

• Esperanza’s frustration with her new life

In Chapter 6, what does the valley Esperanza sees on the train symbolize?

• The dangers of traveling

• The beauty of the United States

• Her separation from her old life

• The opportunities and hardships of her new life

What does the doll given to Esperanza by her father symbolize?

• A spoiled child’s luxury

• Her attachment to her father and the past

• Her anger toward her mother

• Her dislike of the train ride

The asparagus Esperanza must pack at her job symbolizes what theme?

• The complexity of farm life

• The transformation from wealth to hard labor

• The nutritional value of produce

• Her wish to be a chef

What does Esperanza’s struggle to sweep the platform represent?

• Her lack of strength

• Her refusal to work

• Her resistance to change and difficulty adapting

• Her laziness

In Chapter 7, the new home Esperanza moves into is symbolic of—

• Her dreams coming true

• The beginning of her journey from privilege to humility

• Her return to her old life

• The end of her struggles

What do the peaches Esperanza eats represent?

• Her old life of abundance and comfort

• Her dislike for American food

• Her confusion about her new culture

• Her desire to leave the camp

What does the valley fever that Mama contracts symbolize?

• Punishment for moving to America

• The price of sacrifice and hardship for a better life

• A common cold

• Karma from past mistakes

What symbolic meaning can be attached to Esperanza giving her doll to Isabel?

• She wants to forget her father

• She wants Isabel to leave

• She is learning empathy and letting go of her past

• She no longer likes dolls

The recurring image of mountains and valleys throughout these chapters symbolizes—

• Different weather patterns in California

• The highs and lows of Esperanza’s journey

• The terrain of Mexico

• The obstacles to American citizenship