The House on Mango Street Final Exam

Who is the narrator of The House on Mango Street?

• Nenny
• Sally
• Esperanza
• Rachel

What does Esperanza's name mean in English?

• Hope
• Beauty
• Strength
• Freedom

Why does Esperanza feel ashamed of her house on Mango Street?

• It's too big
• It's falling apart
• It's not the house her parents promised
• It's in the wrong neighborhood

What does Esperanza want to be when she grows up?

• A teacher
• A writer
• A dancer
• A doctor

Which character is known for her beautiful hair but has an abusive father?

• Minerva
• Marin
• Rachel
• Sally

What does the house Esperanza dreams of represent?

• Wealth and status
• Family unity
• Freedom and independence
• Cultural identity

How does Esperanza view her name?

• She loves its meaning
• She wishes it was shorter
• She's proud of its heritage
• She wants to change it

What happens to Sally by the end of the novel?

• She moves away
• She becomes a teacher
• She marries very young
• She goes to college

Which character sells cosmetics and works as a babysitter?

• Lucy
• Ruthie
• Marin
• Alicia

What does Esperanza inherit from her great-grandmother?

• Her strong will
• Her name
• Her writing ability
• Her house