About the Author
Who tells Esperanza that they can be best friend until she moves?
Cathy
What does Esperanza not like about herself?
Her name
What do Rachel and Lucy ask Esperanza to chip in on when they first meet her?
A bike
Why is Esperanza unhappy with her house?
It is not her dream home that she wants.
What are the names of Esperanza's two brothers?
Carlos and Kiki
Who did the Author address the book to?
Her mother
What does Esperanza's mother regret?
Leaving school because of shame
What does Esperanza think of Nenny at the beginning of the story?
She thinks that Nenny is too young to be her friend, and that she is her responsibility. It is not the same best friend relationship as Carlos and Kiki.
Who makes Esperanza cry at school?
Sister Superior
What did the author's father feel about her new apartment?
Who tells Esperanza to "come back for the others"?
The three sisters
Who approaches Esperanza at her new job?
An old man
How is the Author related to the story she writes?
The Author has a similar experience with having multiple homes and wanting one of her own. She is latina as well as Esperanza, and she relates to the character she writes about.
What did Sally have to do to leave her abusive father?
She had to get married and move in with her new husband.
Why was Esperanza mad at Sally for going with the boys?
She thought that the boys were taking advantage of Sally and that she was letting herself be treated that way.
Who passes away in "My Father Who Wakes Up Tired in the Dark"?
Esperanza's grandfather