Mexico
Miguel
Esperanza
Helping Hands
General
100

The man that tried to force Esperanza's mother to marry him?

Tio Luis

100

Double Jeopardy Question for 200 Points: 

Miguel often calls Esperanza "Mi Reina" or "My Queen". Why does he call her that?

In Mexico she was treated like a queen. Everything was done for her.
100

What gift does Papa give Esperanza for every birthday?

A porcelain doll

100

What produce did the women have to hide under while escaping?

Guavas

100

What is the name of the striker that causes problems at the camps?

Marta

200
What city in Mexico does Esperanza live in?

Aguascalientes

200
What was Miguel's dream?
To work for the railroad as a mechanic
200

Why do the girls at the camp ridicule Esperanza?

She didn't know how to sweep with a broom

200

Double Jeopardy Question for 400 points: What city in California does Esperanza move to?

Arvin, California

200

Who is the author of the book Esperanza Rising?

Pam Munoz Ryan

300

The head housekeeper's name

Hortensia

300
Why can't Miguel and Esperanza be more than friends?
He is a servant's son
300
What was Esperanza's first job?
Taking care of the babies
300

What was Esperanza's job when she was saving money to bring Abuelita there?

Working in the sheds

300
What type of storm occurred soon after they moved to California?
Dust storm
400

Why does Mama shake Esperanza awake in the middle of the night?

The house is on fire

400

What are the names of the twin babies?

Pepe and Lupe

400
What happened when Esperanza lay down and put her ear to the ground with her papa?
She heard the earth's heartbeat
400

What made the babies feel better after eating plums?

rice water

400

Why was Mama disappointed in Esperanza on the train?

She was rude to a young girl.

500

What happened to Esperanza's father?

He was killed by bandits

500
What did Alfonso and Miguel surprise Esperanza and her mother with when they arrived in California?
Cuttings from Papa's roses
500

Why did Esperanza help Marta when she was in trouble?

She thought of Marta's mother and hoped that someone would help her if she needed it.

500
What stiches did Abuelita teach Esperanza?
Mountains and Valleys
500

Why do Miguel and Esperanza have to travel so far to Mr. Yakota's shop?

The other shops discriminate against Mexicans.

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