Living Conditions on Mango Street

The transcript narrates a family's journey to their new home on Mango Street, highlighting their past residences and the challenges they faced. Despite owning the house on Mango Street, it falls short of their dream home expectations. The family had envisioned a spacious, well-equipped house, but the reality is a cramped, deteriorating space. The narrative reflects on the family's aspirations for a better home and the temporary nature of their current situation.

How many family members moved to Mango Street?

• Four

• Seven

• Five

• Six

What is the main reason the family moved to Mango Street?

• They wanted a bigger house.

• The water pipes broke in their previous home.

• They wanted to be closer to family.

• They won a lottery.

What did the family have to do because of the broken water pipes?

• Fix the pipes themselves.

• Move in with relatives.

• Use the neighbor's washroom and carry water.

• Buy bottled water.

What was the condition of the previous house on Loomis?

• It was located in a quiet area.

• It had broken water pipes.

• It had a large backyard.

• It was newly renovated.

What was one of the family's expectations for their new house?

• It would have a swimming pool.

• It would have a basement and multiple washrooms.

• It would have a large garage.

• It would be located in the city center.

What did the narrator's parents promise about their future house?

• It would be close to a school.

• It would be theirs forever.

• It would have a large swimming pool.

• It would be in a different country.

What did the narrator's parents often talk about regarding their future home?

• It would be close to their relatives.

• It would be a real house with stairs inside.

• It would have a large garden.

• It would be in a different country.

What did the narrator's parents hope to avoid by moving to a new house?

• Having to move each year.

• Living in a noisy neighborhood.

• Living far from the city.

• Paying high rent.

What is a notable feature of the house on Mango Street?

• It has tight steps and small windows.

• It has a modern design.

• It has a large front yard.

• It is painted white.

What is the condition of the house on Mango Street?

• It is located in a rural area.

• It is newly built.

• It is small and has crumbling bricks.

• It is spacious and modern.