Our Good Day FLASHCARD 2 (CKLA) Vignette 4

Front

How has Esperanza's mood changed from the first story to 'Our Good Day'?

Back

Esperanza is happy because she has made 2 new friends to play with.

Front

What does the sentence '...they smell like a broom.' mean?

Back

It means they smell dusty or dirty.

Front

Does this story show that Esperanza can be happy even though she still lives in the house on Mango Street?

Back

True

Front

Is the phrase 'the wheels are spaghetti' a simile or metaphor?

Back

Metaphor

Front

How does Esperanza feel about the two sisters, Rachel & Lucy?

Back

She thinks they will make very fun and kind friends.

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes one thing as if it were another, without using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What does it mean to have friends?

Back

Having friends means having people you enjoy spending time with and who support you.

Front

What is the significance of Mango Street in Esperanza's life?

Back

Mango Street represents Esperanza's current home and her dreams of a better future.

Front

How can a person's mood change?

Back

A person's mood can change based on their experiences, relationships, and environment.