The House on Mango Street 2024 Final B

Front

What does Sally want according to Esperanza?

Back

To love and love and love.

Front

How does Esperanza describe her relationship to Nenny?

Back

She is like a balloon tied to an anchor.

Front

Fill in the blank: "It's small and red with tight steps in front and windows so small you'd think they were holding their ________."

Back

Breath.

Front

What lesson does Esperanza's mother try to impart to her about shame?

Back

Shame is a barrier to personal growth.

Front

What does Esperanza realize by the end of the novel?

Back

She belongs to Mango Street and is there for a reason.

Front

Define the significance of Mango Street in Esperanza's life.

Back

Mango Street represents both a physical place and a metaphor for Esperanza's identity and struggles.

Front

What does the balloon symbolize in Esperanza's relationship with Nenny?

Back

The balloon symbolizes Esperanza's desire for freedom and Nenny's dependence.

Front

How does Esperanza's view of her home change throughout the novel?

Back

She learns to appreciate her roots while also recognizing the limitations of her environment.

Front

What role does writing play in Esperanza's life?

Back

Writing serves as a form of self-expression and a means to cope with her experiences.

Front

What does the phrase 'to get away from her parents' imply about Sally's character?

Back

It suggests that Sally seeks independence and escape from familial constraints.