House on Mango Street

What is the first thing Esperanza wants to change about herself?

• Her name

• Her hair color

• Her clothes

• Her accent

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In the story, what does Esperanza's name mean in English?

• Hope

• Joy

• Beauty

• Wisdom

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Why does Esperanza say she dislikes her name?

• It's too common.

• It's too long and difficult to pronounce.

• It's the name of her great-grandmother.

• It doesn't reflect who she really is.

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What do the three sisters tell Esperanza about her dreams in "Boys & Girls"?

• She should forget about her dreams and focus on reality.

• She needs to work harder to achieve her dreams.

• She should give up on her dreams and settle for less.

• She must hold onto her dreams even if it's hard.

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In "Hairs," what does Esperanza say her mother's hair smells like?

• Warm bread

• Roses

• Cinnamon

• Lavender

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Why does Esperanza say she wants to own a house of her own one day?

• To have a place to invite her friends over.

• To prove she's successful.

• To escape the limitations of her current life.

• To have a space for her family to live in.

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Why does Esperanza's great-grandmother's name bother her?

• It's difficult to spell and pronounce.

• She doesn't like the sound of it.

• It sounds old-fashioned

• It ties her to her great-grandmother's sadness

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In "Cathy Queen of Cats," what excuse does Cathy give for not being friends with Esperanza for long?

• Her family is moving away.

• Her parents don't want her to play with the kids on Mango Street.

• She's too busy with school and other activities.

• She finds new friends who are more interesting.

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In "Our Good Day," what event makes Esperanza feel good on Mango Street?**

• A family gathering

• A birthday party

• A new bike and friends

• A school event

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What is the significance of the chapter "Those Who Don't"?

• It highlights the dreams and aspirations of the characters on Mango Street.

• It reflects on the challenges and limitations faced by those who are marginalized

• It describes the characters' desires to escape Mango Street

• It explores the relationships between different families on Mango Street

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