The House on Mango Street Chs 1-4

What does the house on Mango Street have that their previous apartments did not?

• a backyard

• a garage

• more bedrooms

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Why is Esperanza disappointed with the house on Mango Street?

• It is too far from her school

• It is small and not what she imagined

• It is surrounded by noisy neighbors

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What is one feature of the house on Mango Street that Esperanza likes?

• the color of the walls

• the big tree in the front yard

• it belongs to them and they don't have to move again

How does Esperanza's description of the house on Mango Street compare to her mother's vision of their dream home?

• Esperanza describes the house as perfect, matching her mother's vision exactly.

• Esperanza's description shows disappointment, contrasting with her mother's idealized vision.

• Both Esperanza and her mother are equally happy with the new house.

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Esperanza's family has moved several times before coming to Mango Street. How does the text describe their previous homes, and how does this reflect on their experience of finally owning a house?

• Their previous homes were luxurious, making the house on Mango Street a disappointment.

• Their previous homes were small and temporary, highlighting the stability of owning a house on Mango Street.

• Their previous homes were in the same neighborhood, showing little change in their circumstances.

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In "Hairs," Esperanza describes the different types of hair in her family. How does her description of her mother's hair compare to her own, and what does this reveal about their relationship?

• Her mother's hair is described as wild and untamed, while Esperanza's hair is neat, highlighting their differences.

• Her mother's hair is described with love and comfort, while Esperanza's is ordinary, showing her admiration for her mother.

• Both Esperanza and her mother have similar hair, showing their close bond.

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What persuasive language does Cisneros use to convey the comfort and security Esperanza feels in her mother's presence through the description of her hair?

• Cisneros uses harsh and cold descriptors to emphasize the mother's strict nature.

• Cisneros uses soft and warm descriptors to evoke a sense of comfort and security.

• Cisneros uses neutral descriptors, leaving the interpretation up to the reader.

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In "Boys and Girls," Esperanza talks about the separation between boys and girls. How does she describe the relationships between boys and girls in her neighborhood?

• Boys and girls are best friends and do everything together.

• Boys and girls do not usually interact.

• Boys and girls are often in conflict with each other.

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How does Esperanza's reflection on the relationship with her younger sister, Nenny, compare to her feelings about the boys in her neighborhood?

• She feels closer to the boys in the neighborhood than to Nenny.

• She feels a strong sense of responsibility for Nenny but feels disconnected from the boys.

• She sees Nenny as just another child in the neighborhood, no different from the boys.

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Considering different media representations, how might a film adaptation emphasize the themes of gender separation described in this chapter?

• By showing boys and girls interacting closely and sharing activities.

• By depicting boys and girls in distinct, separate settings and activities.

• By focusing solely on Esperanza’s internal thoughts and ignoring visual representations of separation.

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