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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.