House on Mango Street Midterm Review

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What is a simile?

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

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two different things without using 'like' or 'as', implying that one thing is another.

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

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Esperanza is the main character and narrator of the story, a young Latina girl growing up in Chicago.

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What does Esperanza desire throughout the novel?

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Esperanza desires to escape her impoverished neighborhood and find a place where she belongs.

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What is the significance of the house on Mango Street?

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The house on Mango Street symbolizes Esperanza's struggles with identity, belonging, and her aspirations for a better life.

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What does the vignette 'Rafaela Who Drinks Coconut and Papaya Juice on Tuesdays' illustrate?

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It illustrates the theme of confinement and the struggles of women in a patriarchal society.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a figure of speech in which human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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What does Esperanza's name mean?

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Esperanza means 'hope' in Spanish, symbolizing her aspirations and dreams.

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What role do vignettes play in 'The House on Mango Street'?

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Vignettes are short, descriptive scenes that capture moments in Esperanza's life, contributing to the overall themes and character development.

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

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The theme of identity explores how Esperanza navigates her cultural background, gender roles, and personal aspirations.