Question 1

What did Esperanza save money for?

Accepted Answer

To bring Abuelita to her

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To take a vacation

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To buy a new valise

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To buy new gloves

Question 2

What did Esperanza's hands look like after working all day?

Accepted Answer

Like the hands of a very old man

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Soft and smooth

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Clean and unscarred

Question 3

What did Hortensia make for Esperanza's hands?

Accepted Answer

An avocado mixture

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A lotion from Los Angeles

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Glycerine

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A money order

Question 4

How did Esperanza feel about her hands after using the avocado mixture?

Accepted Answer

They felt better, but still looked red and weathered

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They became soft and smooth

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They became swollen and stiff

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They looked like the hands of a wealthy woman

Question 5

Why is Mama not allowed to have visitors?

Accepted Answer

to avoid contracting another infection

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because there are not enough beds in the hospital

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because the doctor doesn't like visitors

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to give Mama some rest

Question 6

How long does the doctor recommend Mama not have any visitors?

Accepted Answer

at least a month, maybe longer

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a day

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a week

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forever

Question 7

What word best describes Mama's appearance when Esperanza visits her?

Accepted Answer

thin and frail

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energetic and lively

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plump and robust

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strong and healthy

Question 8

What does Mama say to Esperanza as she leaves?

Accepted Answer

No matter what happens

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I love you, too

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Don't forget to call me

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Goodbye and take care

Question 9

What is the reason Miguel gives for driving far to shop at Mr. Yakota's market?

Accepted Answer

The other market owners aren't as kind to Mexicans as Mr. Yakota

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Mr. Yakota's market has cheaper prices.

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There are more options at Mr. Yakota's market.

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The quality of products is better at Mr. Yakota's market.

Question 10

What did Esperanza buy at the Japanese market for Mama?

Accepted Answer

A piñata

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Ginger

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Seaweed

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Fresh fish

Question 11

What was the living situation like at the strikers' camp?

Accepted Answer

Chaotic and crowded.

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Quiet and peaceful.

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Clean and well-maintained.

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Spacious and luxurious.

Question 12

Why did Esperanza give the campesino family food?

Accepted Answer

Because they were hungry and hadn't eaten in two days.

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Because they were strikers and needed support.

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Because they were a part of her family.

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Because they offered her money in exchange for food.

Question 13

Why was Esperanza worried about the strike?

Accepted Answer

It threatened her finances, her mother's recuperation, Abuelita's arrival, and her safety.

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She didn't believe in the cause of the strike.

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She was afraid of losing her job.

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She felt guilty for not joining the strikers.

Question 14

What did Esperanza ultimately decide to do?

Accepted Answer

Take care of her mother and not join the strike.

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Leave the area to find a different job.

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Join the strike and fight for better conditions.

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Stay neutral and observe the situation.

Question 15

What did Ada say to Esperanza to comfort her?

Accepted Answer

We all do what we have to do. Your mother would be proud of you.

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You could have done more to support the campesino family.

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You should reconsider and join the strike for the greater good.

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You are missing out on a chance to make history.

Question 16

What job does Miguel get at the railroad?

Accepted Answer

Machine shop

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Ticket collector

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Engineer

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Conductor

Question 17

What does Alfonso say to Miguel about his new job?

Accepted Answer

You do good work. They will keep you.

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Congratulations on your new job!

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You will make a lot of money at the railroad.

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You will be promoted quickly at the railroad.

Question 18

What does Esperanza see in Miguel's eyes when he talks about his new job?

Accepted Answer

His eyes are dancing like Papa's

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His eyes are filled with tears.

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His eyes are filled with happiness.

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His eyes are filled with sadness.

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