Characters
This character enjoys living on the farm and can't imagine living anywhere else.
Esperanza
At the beginning of the book, what does Esperanza's father teach her to do by lying on the ground?
He teaches her to listen for the earth's heartbeat.
What is it called when you give human traits to something non-human?
Personification.
Example:
To expect or look forward to something:
A) Influence
B) Anticipate
C) Irritate
B) Anticipate
This character is wise, well-respected and likes to crochet/knit clothing and blankets for others.
Abuelita (Grandma)
What is the name of Esperanza's family's ranch in Aguascalientes, Mexico?
El Rancho De Las Rosas
When Miguel and Esperanza talk about being on "opposite sides of the river," what does that mean?
They are from different social classes. Esperanza is wealthy while Miguel is working class.
To cause someone to feel upset, hurt, or insulted:
A) Offend
B) Reap
C) Refine
A) Offend
Esperanza's friend, and the son of Hortensia and Alfonso.
Miguel
What does Abuelita mean when she says the quote below?
“There is no rose without thorns.”
There is no life without difficulty. There will always be challenges.
Which example uses personification?
A) Storm clouds appeared over the trees.
B) Storm clouds danced across the sky.
C) The wind was very strong and caused damage.
B) Storm clouds danced across the sky.
Which word best means “elegant and polished, or without impurities”?
A. Resentment
B. Refined
C. Offend
D. Anticipate
B. Refined
Who is the stepbrother of Tio Luis and Tio Marco?
Papa
(Sixto)
What is Tio Luis's offer to Esperanza's mother Ramona? What are his motivations?
He offers to marry her, which Ramona declines. Tio Luis's motivations are to gain more power as a politician, and he does not truly care for Ramona or Esperanza.
Write your own example of personification.
(Answers will vary)
What does the word capricious mean?
A. Always careful and predictable
B. Able to do something without being asked
C. Quick to change mood or behavior without reason
D. Proud and unwilling to listen to others
C. Quick to change mood or behavior without reason
Who warms Ramona (Esperanza's mom) to be careful in dealing with Tio Luis?
The lawyer
After Papa's death, who is the owner of the land on which Esperanza, Mama, and Abuelita live?
Tio Luis
(Answers will vary)
In Esperanza Rising, Abuelita is well-respected and admired. She is a ____________ person.
A) capricious
B) distinguished
C) resentful
B) distinguished