Symbols in 'The House on Mango Street'

What do the high heels symbolize for Esperanza and her friends?

• Their interest in sports

• Their transition from girlhood to womanhood

• Their love for fashion

• Their desire to travel the world

Why do Esperanza and her friends decide to hide the high heels?

• They were told to do so by their parents

• They wanted to save them for a special occasion

• They realized the dangers of their newfound sexuality

• They were too small for them

What does the monkey garden symbolize in Esperanza's life?

• Her relationship with her family

• Her future aspirations

• Her childhood and innocence

• Her love for animals

How does Esperanza feel about the monkey garden by the end of the section?

• It feels like a magical place

• It no longer feels like home

• It is a place of solitude

• It is a place of adventure

What do the four skinny trees symbolize in relation to Esperanza?

• Her feeling of being out of place but resilient

• Her artistic talents

• Her love for nature

• Her desire to leave the city