Mango Street

The House on Mango Street
How was the house on Mango Street different from the other houses the family had lived in?

• It was the largest house they had ever lived in.

• The government was paying for it.

• It was their own house.

• It was the first two-story house they had lived in.

The House on Mango Street
True or False: The narrator says Nenny is her best friend.

• True

• False

Why does Esperanza like Marin?

• She is good at babysitting.

• She is teaching Esperanza to sing.

• She tells Esperanza adult things.

• She bakes excellent cookies.

According to Esperanza, what does Sally want?

• to get married

• to love and love and love

• to get away from her parents

• a boyfriend to make her happy

In what way does the community's view of beauty impact the women in Mango Street?

• It empowers them to pursue their dreams

• It has no significant impact on their lives

• It confines them to certain roles and expectations

• It encourages them to leave Mango Street

How is the theme of escape portrayed in relation to the women's experiences in these vignettes?

• Through their successful careers

• Through their educational achievements

• Through their dreams of leaving Mango Street

• Through their participation in community events

How does the character Sally's situation reflect the role of women in Mango Street?

• She is encouraged to pursue education

• She is trapped in an abusive marriage

• She becomes a successful businesswoman

• She travels the world

What role do women typically play in the households described in Mango Street vignettes 20-34?

• Business owners

• Primary breadwinners

• Caregivers and homemakers

• Teachers

Which character in the novel represents the theme of escape and the desire for a better life?

• Marin

• Alicia

• Sally

• Cathy

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which theme is most prevalent in "The House on Mango Street"?

• The struggle for identity

• The power of nature

• The importance of wealth

• The impact of technology

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept