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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the surprise Alfonso and Miguel show the women after dinner in Chapter 7?
(a) A puppy.
(b) A shrine.
(c) A kitten.
(d) A pony.

2. In another recollection in Chapter 4, what was it that Papa rewarded Miguel's courage with?
(a) A belt buckle.
(b) A horse.
(c) A train ride.
(d) Money.

3. On the evening of the first dinner at Esperanza's cabin, what do the adults complain of?
(a) The grouchy boss.
(b) The hot sun.
(c) Aches and pains.
(d) The long hours.

4. Why couldn't Miguel work on the railroad in Mexico?
(a) He had no recommendations.
(b) He did not have citizen papers.
(c) He could not pass the test.
(d) He did not have the required lever.

5. What is Esperanza's reaction to the interruption of another child on the train?
(a) She slyly kicks the child so that no one will see.
(b) She puts away what she is playing with.
(c) She speaks only English to her.
(d) She shyly touches the girl's hand.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Esperanza does the family marketing for the first time, what does Esperanza give to the poor man who approaches her and Isabel?

2. What is the name of the poor woman Mama befriends on the train?

3. What does Esperanza buy at the market that is not for her mother?

4. What picture does one of the frail beggar women carry who asks for money on the train?

5. In the recollection that Hortensia told about bandits in the house, where did she say that she hid with Esperanza?

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