Exploring Vignettes 5-9 in The House on Mango Street

What does Kathy claim about her ancestry?

• She is the niece of the President.

• She is a descendant of Spanish royalty.

• She is the great great grand cousin of the Queen of France.

• She is related to the Queen of England.

Why does Kathy warn Esperanza to stay away from Joe?

• He is always sick.

• He is very noisy.

• He is a thief.

• He is full of danger.

What do the girls need five more dollars for?

• To buy a bicycle.

• To buy a book.

• To buy a new dress.

• To buy candy.

How does Esperanza feel about her name?

• She loves it.

• She wishes it was different.

• She thinks it is very common.

• She is indifferent to it.

What does Esperanza compare her laughter with Nenny to?

• A pile of dishes breaking.

• A loud thunder.

• A soft melody.

• A gentle breeze.

What does Esperanza think about the house they pass by?

• It looks haunted.

• It looks like a house in Mexico.

• It looks like a castle.

• It looks very modern.

What does the old man in Gill's store show Nenny?

• A statue.

• A refrigerator.

• A television.

• A music box.

What is unique about Meme's dog?

• It has three legs.

• It has two names.

• It is very small.

• It can talk.

What is the condition of the house Meme moves into?

• It is very old and slanted.

• It is made of bricks.

• It is brand new.

• It is very small.

What happens to Meme during the Tarzan jumping contest?

• He wins without any injuries.

• He gets lost in the tree.

• He breaks both arms.

• He loses and gets sad.