House on Mango Street Flashcard 2

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What does it mean to be 'content'?

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To be satisfied and at ease with one's situation; not wanting anything to change.

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Who is Minerva in 'The House on Mango Street'?

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A neighbor who shares her poetry with Esperanza.

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What advice does Aunt Lupe give Esperanza about writing?

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She tells Esperanza that writing will make her free.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. For example, 'Lois's toenails are like seashells.'

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What is a pillar?

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A tall structure that helps support a building, often used in architecture.

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What is the significance of poetry in 'The House on Mango Street'?

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Poetry serves as a means of expression and freedom for characters like Esperanza.

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Define metaphor.

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A figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does it mean to personify something?

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To give human characteristics to non-human things or abstract ideas.

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What is hyperbole?

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An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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What role does Esperanza's neighborhood play in her identity?

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It shapes her experiences, aspirations, and understanding of her cultural background.