Textual Analysis and Theme Questions

What evidence from the text shows how Mamacita feels about living in the United States?

• Mamacita is happy and content living in the United States.

• Mamacita feels isolated and longs for her home country.

• Mamacita is indifferent about living in the United States.

• Mamacita is excited and embraces the new culture.

What is the central theme of "No Speak English"? How does Sandra Cisneros convey this theme through the characters and events in the story?

• The struggle of cultural assimilation and identity

• The importance of learning English for immigrants

• The challenges of living in a foreign country

• The role of family support in adapting to a new culture

How does the author convey the central theme through the experiences of Mamacita?

• By highlighting her struggles with language and cultural adaptation.

• By focusing on her financial success and independence.

• By emphasizing her relationships with her family and friends.

• By showcasing her journey through various countries.

How does the scene where Mamacita's baby starts singing a Pepsi commercial in English contribute to the overall theme of the story?

• It highlights the cultural assimilation and loss of identity.

• It shows the baby's love for American products.

• It emphasizes the importance of language learning.

• It demonstrates the influence of media on children.

What evidence from the text shows how Mamacita feels about living in the United States?

• A) She eagerly learns English and makes new friends.

• B) She refuses to learn English and longs for her home country.

• C) She enjoys exploring the new city and its culture.

• D) She quickly adapts to the new environment and feels at home.

What is the central theme of "No Speak English"?

• The joy of learning a new language.

• The excitement of moving to a new country.

• The struggle of immigrants to adapt to a new culture while holding onto their own.

• The importance of making new friends.

How does Mamacita's character change from the beginning to the end of the story?

• A) She becomes more hopeful and excited about her new life.

• B) She becomes increasingly despondent and resistant to her new environment.

• C) She starts to enjoy her new surroundings and learns English.

• D) She remains unchanged throughout the story.

What is the significance of the phrase "No speak English" in the story?

• A) It shows Mamacita's eagerness to learn English.

• B) It symbolizes Mamacita's resistance to assimilation and her sense of alienation.

• C) It indicates Mamacita's fluency in English.

• D) It reflects Mamacita's excitement about her new life.