Reviewing House on Mango Street Vignettes 1-9

Front

Why did Esperanza's family move to Mango Street?

Back

the water pipes broke and the landlord wouldn't fix them

Front

Why doesn't Esperanza's family need to worry anymore of the landlord banging on the ceiling?

Back

the house on Mango Street is ours

Front

The smell of Mama's hair is______________.

Back

comforting

Front

What does Esperanza want in a friend?

Back

one to tell secrets to and who will understand her jokes

Front

Esperanza compares Nenny to what?

Back

a responsibility

Front

Why do the brothers most likely not talk to their sisters outside the home?

Back

embarrassed to be seen with siblings

Front

What does Esperanza think of her name?

Back

It means for her sadness, waiting, a muddy color

Front

From who or what did Esperanza get her name?

Back

her great-grandmother

Front

What does the book say Cathy's house is like?

Back

cat heaven

Front

How does Cathy feel about Esperanza becoming friends with Lucy and Rachel?

Back

she doesn't like it so she leaves