House on Mango Street Ch. 26-32

What did Ruthie once do?

• Write children's book.

• Paint a mural.

• Compose a symphony.

• Direct a film.

What decision could Ruthie not make?

• If she wanted to go play bingo.

• If she wanted to go to the movies.

• If she wanted to eat ice cream.

• If she wanted to go for a walk.

What do the children disagree on regarding Earl?

• The appearance of his wife

• The color of his car

• The type of his job

• The size of his house

What does Sire do that makes Esperanza uncomfortable?

• He sits outside and stares

• He talks loudly to her

• He ignores her completely

• He gives her gifts

What does Ruthie do when she goes into a store?

• She looks all around her.

• She buys a toy.

• She asks for help.

• She sits down quietly.

What was Esperanza and her friends doing when they first noticed Ruthie?

• Learning how to whistle

• Playing hopscotch

• Riding their bikes

• Drawing pictures

How is Ruthie different from other grown-ups?

• She likes to play

• She prefers to work all the time

• She avoids social interactions

• She dislikes children

What is Earl's job?

• Jukebox repair man

• Car mechanic

• Electrician

• Plumber

What does Esperanza's Papa say about Sire?

• That he is a punk

• That he is a nice guy

• That he is very smart

• That he is a troublemaker

How do Esperanza and Nenny know when Earl comes home?

• They can hear the sound of the television turning on.

• They can hear the car door open, the scrape of concrete, excited dogs, jingling of keys, and the wooden door.

• They can smell the food he brings home.

• They can hear the sound of his footsteps on the stairs.