The House on Mango Street

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Who is the main character (or the protagonist) in 'The House on Mango Street'?

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Esperanza

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In which city does 'The House on Mango Street' take place?

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Chicago

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'Ms. Gaunt gave us a mountain of homework!'?

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hyperbole

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What is the main theme of 'The House on Mango Street'?

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One should never quit wishing because dreams really can come true.

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From whose perspective is 'The House on Mango Street' told?

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Esperanza

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Define 'protagonist'.

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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What is a 'theme' in literature?

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The central idea or message conveyed in a story.

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What does 'hyperbole' mean?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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Define 'perspective' in literature.

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The viewpoint from which a story is told.