The House on Mango Street Final Test Review

Front

Who claims to be the 'great great grand cousin of the queen of France'?

Back

Cathy

Front

Which sentence does NOT describe the house on Mango Street?

Back

It is large and white with a huge yard and several trees.

Front

What is Esperanza ashamed of in The House on Mango Street?

Back

She is ashamed of her family's small house.

Front

What does Rafaela like to drink?

Back

She likes to drink coconut and papaya juices.

Front

What literary device do the 4 trees represent for Esperanza?

Back

Metaphor

Front

Define 'metaphor'.

Back

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other.

Front

What is the significance of the house on Mango Street in the story?

Back

It symbolizes Esperanza's struggles with her identity and aspirations.

Front

Who is the narrator of The House on Mango Street?

Back

Esperanza Cordero.

Front

What does Esperanza dream of in the future?

Back

She dreams of having a house of her own.

Front

What role does Cathy play in Esperanza's life?

Back

Cathy is Esperanza's friend who moves away, representing the transient nature of friendships.