The House on Mango Street Quiz Chapters 1 - 14 2025

What does Esperanza say about The House on Mango Street compared to her previous homes?

• It is bigger and nicer than before

• It is small and run-down

• It is just like the houses on TV

• It is a temporary home

In Hairs, how does Esperanza describe her mother's hair?

• Like little rosettes and the warm smell of bread

• Straight and stiff like wires

• Like a lion’s mane

• Always messy and tangled

In 'Gil’s Furniture Bought & Sold', what fascinates Esperanza and Nenny in the shop?

• A fancy dress

• An old music box

• A rocking chair

• A beautiful mirror

In 'Meme Ortiz', what happens when Meme jumps from the tree?

• He wins a contest

• He breaks both his arms

• He lands safely

• He gets stuck in the branches

In 'Louie, His Cousin & His Other Cousin', what happens to Louie’s cousin in the Cadillac?

• He crashes into a lamppost

• He gets arrested by the police

• He drives the kids home safely

• He gives the car to Esperanza

In 'Marin', how does Marin hope to change her life?

• By getting a good job

• By marrying a rich man

• By running away

• By becoming a famous singer

In 'Those Who Don’t', how does Esperanza describe how outsiders see her neighborhood?

• As friendly and welcoming

• As dangerous and scary

• As the best place to live

• As boring and empty

In 'There Was an Old Woman She Had So Many Children She Didn’t Know What to Do', what happens to the Vargas children?

• They are well-behaved

• They run wild and get into trouble

• They move to another town

• They become best friends with Esperanza

In 'Alicia Who Sees Mice', why does Alicia stay up late?

• To party with friends

• To watch TV

• To study because she wants a better future

• To take care of her siblings

In 'Gil’s Furniture Bought & Sold', what item in the shop is described as an old music box?

• A fancy dress

• An old music box

• A rocking chair

• A beautiful mirror