The Monkey Garden and Sally - Comprehension Quiz

In "The Monkey Garden," what is the main setting where the events take place?

• A local store filled with junk

• A neighborhood garden where a monkey once lived

• Esperanza's family home

• A school playground

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What happens to Esperanza in the garden when she tries to help Sally?

• She gets lost and cannot find her way out

• She is ignored by Sally and feels ashamed

• She wins a game with the boys

• She finds a hidden treasure

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Why does Esperanza feel the garden is no longer the same by the end of "The Monkey Garden"?

• The monkey returns and scares her

• She feels it has lost its magic after her experience with Sally

• The garden is sold to new owners

• Her friends stop playing there

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What theme is explored through Esperanza’s experience in "The Monkey Garden"?

• The joy of childhood friendships

• The loss of innocence and growing up

• The importance of academic success

• The excitement of neighborhood adventures

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the tone of Esperanza’s narration in "The Monkey Garden"?

• Playful and carefree

• Reflective and melancholic

• Angry and defiant

• Humorous and light

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What mood does the vignette "The Monkey Garden" create for the reader?

• Cheerful and uplifting

• Nostalgic and unsettling

• Boring and ordinary

• Thrilling and adventurous

What does Esperanza try to do in "The Monkey Garden" to protect Sally?

• She calls the police

• She tells the boys to leave Sally alone

• She invites Sally to her house

• She hides Sally in the garden

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In "Sally," what is Sally’s father concerned about regarding her behavior?

• Her poor grades in school

• Her beauty and how it might lead to trouble

• Her desire to leave Mango Street

• Her friendship with Esperanza

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What does Sally do after school that worries Esperanza?

• She stays home to study

• She hangs out with boys in the garden

• She works at a store

• She runs away from home

How does Sally’s father treat her when he finds out about her behavior?

• He praises her for being social

• He punishes her harshly, sometimes violently

• He gives her extra chores

• He ignores her completely

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3