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WorksheetsThe HoMs Review
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"I am a red balloon tied to an anchor" is an example of
Metaphor
Simile
Personification
Oxymoron
What is the significance of the phrase, "Until then I am a red balloon tied to an anchor"?
This comparison suggests that Esperanza feels trapped or weighed down, just like a balloon tied to an anchor would be unable to float freely.
Esperanza is afraid her balloon will float away if it is not tied down.
Esperanza's family makes her feel as secure as a tied balloon.
Once Esperanza lets go of the balloon, she will be free.
"[Papa] crumples like a coat and cries..." is an example of
Onomatopoeia
Metaphor
Simile
Oxymoron
What is the significance of the phrase, "[Papa] crumples like a coat and cries..."?
Papa has not paid much attention to his clothing since the death of his father.
Papa is overwhelmed with grief.
Papa misplaced his coat after his father passed away.
Papa is upset that his coat is wrinkled.
What best describes the emotion expressed in the following passage? "[A] nun from my school passed by and saw me playing out front...Where do you live? she asked. There, I said pointing up to the third floor. You live there? There. I had to look to where she pointed—the third floor, the paint peeling, wooden bars Papa had nailed on the windows so we wouldn't fall out. You live there? The way she said it made me feel like nothing. There. I lived there. I nodded."
Pride
Resignation
Hopelessness
Shame
What is implied by the following sentence? "In the meantime, they'll just have move a little farther north from Mango Street, a little farther away every time people like us keep moving in" (13).
Affordable housing is difficult to find in certain neighborhoods.
The speaker is aware that her family is not welcome in the neighborhood.
Moving to the neighborhood has increased their family fortune.
Moving out of the neighborhood was an unexpected occurrence.
What does Esperanza mean by the quote, "she looked out the window her whole life, the way so many women sit their sadness on an elbow."?
Women are forced to sit and ‘watch’ life go by without living their own dreams. They have to do what is expected of them.
Her great-grandmother loved to look outside and see her children playing. If one of them got hurt, then she felt really sad.
She really wanted to be free, but her family kept her inside all day to look out the window.
The pain in her elbow was making her sad.
Crumple means __________.
Stiffens
Collapses
screams
sighs
Sassy means- __________.
Rude
Brilliant
thoughtful
timid
Lopsided means - __________.
Straight
Even
slanted
upside down
The canteen is - __________.
an auditorium
a gym
cafeteria
a classroom
The ignition is - __________.
the trunk lock
the door lock
the glove compartment
the starter
To notify is to - __________.
disturb
inform
question
recommend
I make a story for my life, for each step my brown shoe takes. I say, "And so she trudged up the wooden stairs, her sad brown shoes taking her to the house she never liked." Trudged means --
plodded heavily
skipped lightly
strutted proudly
dashed fearfully
My name is the Mexican records my father plays on Sunday mornings.
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
Windows so small you'd think they were holding their breath.
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
It's as if he let go a million moths all over the dusty furniture.
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Symbolism
My papa's hair is like a broom.
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Symbolism
My mother's hair...is the warm smell of bread before you bake it.
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
The mother's feet, plump and polite, descended...
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
Two girls raggedy as rats live across the street.
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
I am in love with those two green apples you call eyes.
Simile
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
Who is the main character in The House on Mango Street?
Rosa
Juan
Esperanza Cordero
Maria
What is the main theme explored in Chapters 1-3 of The House on Mango Street?
Nature and environment
Adventure and exploration
Identity and belonging
Love and relationships
Summarize the plot of Chapter 1 in The House on Mango Street.
Chapter 1 of The House on Mango Street introduces Esperanza and her family's move to a new house on Mango Street.
Chapter 1 details Esperanza's struggles with her schoolwork
Chapter 1 focuses on Esperanza's journey to become a famous singer
The plot of Chapter 1 revolves around Esperanza's adventures in a magical land
Describe the setting of The House on Mango Street.
The House on Mango Street is set in a Hispanic neighborhood in Chicago, focusing on the experiences of a young Latina girl named Esperanza.
The House on Mango Street is set in a rural village in Europe
The House on Mango Street is set in a suburban American town
The House on Mango Street is set in a futuristic city
What is Esperanza's dream in Chapter 2 of The House on Mango Street?
To win a cooking competition
To become a famous singer
To travel the world
To have a real house of her own
How does Esperanza feel about her name in the story?
Excited and thrilled
Embarrassed and ashamed
Proud and confident
Indifferent
What role does Nenny play in Esperanza's life?
Cousin
Neighbor
Younger sister
Best friend
Explain the significance of the house on Mango Street in the story.
The house is irrelevant to the story's themes
The house represents a lack of ambition in Esperanza
The house symbolizes a physical shelter only
The house on Mango Street represents Esperanza's dreams, aspirations, and the challenges she faces in finding her place in the world.
How does Esperanza view her family in the beginning of the book?
Resentment and anger
Indifference and apathy
Embarrassment and limitation
Pride and admiration
What is the tone of the writing in Chapter 3 of The House on Mango Street?
Exciting, action-packed, and thrilling
Reflective, introspective, and contemplative
Boring, uninteresting, and dull
Informative, educational, and instructional
Discuss the symbolism of the sky in the first three chapters of the book.
The sky symbolizes freedom, hope, and vast possibilities.
The sky symbolizes happiness, success, and fulfillment.
The sky symbolizes danger, despair, and limitations.
The sky symbolizes chaos, destruction, and uncertainty.
How does Esperanza's perception of herself change throughout the story?
Her perception changes from insecurity to confidence and empowerment.
Her perception changes from indifference to passion.
Her perception changes from contentment to despair.
Her perception changes from arrogance to self-doubt.
What is the impact of the neighborhood on Esperanza's identity?
Esperanza's identity is shaped by her school, not her neighborhood
The impact of the neighborhood on Esperanza's identity is substantial, as it shapes her cultural background, social interactions, and sense of belonging.
Esperanza's identity is solely influenced by her family
The neighborhood has no impact on Esperanza's identity
How does Esperanza's relationship with her family influence her aspirations?
Esperanza's family is too supportive, leading to unrealistic aspirations
Esperanza's relationship with her family has no impact on her aspirations
Esperanza's family always discourages her aspirations
Esperanza's relationship with her family can either support or hinder her aspirations depending on the level of encouragement, understanding, and freedom she receives from them.
What is the role of gender in shaping Esperanza's experiences in the story?
Esperanza's experiences are influenced by her nationality, not her gender.
Gender influences societal expectations, limitations, and opportunities based on Esperanza's identity as a woman.
Gender has no impact on Esperanza's experiences in the story.
Esperanza's experiences are solely shaped by her economic status.
How does the author use language to convey the sense of community in The House on Mango Street?
The author uses humor to convey the sense of community in The House on Mango Street.
Descriptive language is used to convey the sense of community in The House on Mango Street.
The author uses complex vocabulary to convey the sense of community in The House on Mango Street.
The author uses repetitive language to convey the sense of community in The House on Mango Street.
What is the significance of the house on Mango Street in the novel?
The house on Mango Street is a metaphor for the protagonist's desire to travel and explore different places.
The house on Mango Street represents the protagonist's contentment with her current life.
The house on Mango Street is just a physical location with no symbolic meaning.
The house on Mango Street represents the protagonist's longing for a better life and her struggle to find her identity and place in the world.
Why is the house on Mango Street important to Esperanza?
It is a reminder of her past and the struggles she has faced.
It is a place where she feels safe and secure.
It is a symbol of her family's wealth and status.
It represents her desire for a better life and her dreams of escaping poverty.
How does the house on Mango Street affect the characters' sense of community?
It brings them closer together and strengthens their sense of community.
It creates a sense of division and competition among the characters.
It has no effect on their sense of community.
It isolates them and prevents integration.
What does the house on Mango Street symbolize for the characters?
A place of fear and confinement
A symbol of wealth and success
A representation of family and community
Dreams, hopes, and aspirations
How does the house on Mango Street shape the characters' aspirations?
By offering limited resources and opportunities for the characters to achieve their goals.
By providing a safe and comfortable environment for the characters to pursue their dreams.
By discouraging the characters from pursuing their aspirations.
By limiting opportunities and reinforcing desire for a better life.
What role does the house on Mango Street play in the characters' journey?
The house on Mango Street has no significance in the characters' journey.
The house on Mango Street is a minor detail in the characters' journey.
The house on Mango Street is a physical representation of the characters' journey.
The house on Mango Street symbolizes the characters' aspirations and challenges in their journey.
How does the house on Mango Street reflect the characters' socioeconomic status?
The house is small, run-down, and located in a poor neighborhood.
The house is spacious, modern, and located in a gated community.
The house is average-sized, in decent condition, and located in a middle-class neighborhood.
The house is large, well-maintained, and located in an affluent neighborhood.
What does the house on Mango Street symbolize for Esperanza?
loneliness and isolation
fear and insecurity
freedom and independence
wealth and success
How does the house on Mango Street impact the characters' sense of identity?
The house on Mango Street has no impact on the characters' sense of identity.
The house on Mango Street makes the characters feel disconnected from their community.
The house on Mango Street impacts the characters' sense of identity by shaping their understanding of home, community, and their place in society.
The house on Mango Street only impacts the characters' physical appearance.
What does the house on Mango Street symbolize for the neighborhood?
Dreams and aspirations
Gentrification and displacement
Poverty and struggle
Community and togetherness
What are some of the big topics explored in The House on Mango Street?
Politics, war, and revolution
Identity, gender roles, poverty, and the power of language.
Adventure, mystery, and suspense
Love, friendship, and betrayal
Which character in The House on Mango Street is known for her desire to have a house of her own?
Esperanza
Nenny
Sally
Ruthie
What does the house symbolize in The House on Mango Street?
Isolation and loneliness
Stability and a sense of belonging
Luxury and wealth
Poverty and struggle
Where is the setting of The House on Mango Street?
Chicago
New York
Mexico
California
Which social issue is addressed in The House on Mango Street?
The benefits of capitalism in America
The history of European colonization in South America
The importance of fashion in Latino culture
Poverty and struggles faced by the Latino community in America
What is one of the themes related to love and friendship in The House on Mango Street?
Materialism and consumerism
Importance of community and support
Betrayal and deceit
Loneliness and isolation
Which character in The House on Mango Street is known for her dreams of escaping her current life?
Esperanza
Ruthie
Sally
Nenny
What are Esperanza's dreams and aspirations in the House on Mango Street?
To have her own house, escape the constraints of her neighborhood, and become a writer.
To start her own business, become a politician, and have a large social media following.
To become a famous actress, live in a mansion, and have a personal chef.
To become a doctor, marry a wealthy man, and travel the world.
Which social issue is specifically addressed through the character of Esperanza in The House on Mango Street?
Racial discrimination
Environmental pollution
Gender inequality
Poverty
How does storytelling hold power in the House on Mango Street?
Storytelling gives voice to the characters and allows them to express their experiences, dreams, and struggles.
Storytelling is a form of entertainment for the characters and has no real power.
Storytelling helps the characters forget about their experiences, dreams, and struggles.
Storytelling is irrelevant to the characters' experiences, dreams, and struggles.
Who is the author of "The House on Mango Street"
R.J Palacio
Gordon Korman
Sandra Cisneros
Roal Dahl
In the book, what does Esperanza's house symbolize?
Happiness
Laughter
Friendship
Unfulfilled Dreams
True or False: At the end of the novel, Esperanza never wants to go back to Mango Street.
True
False
How was the house on Mango Street different from the other houses the family had lived in?
It was the largest house they had ever lived in.
The government was paying for it.
It was their own house.
It was the first two-story house they had lived in.
Who was a "wild woman" that was forced to get married?
Mama
Great Grandma
Rachel
Marin
The smell of Mama's hair is______________.
Comforting, like bread
like the rain outside
like papa snoring
musty
Why did Esperanza's family move to Mango Street?
It was the real house their family had always been looking for
the water pipes broke and the landlord wouldn't fix them
Their house on Loomis was too small
They didn't have enough money to pay the rent
Although Nenny and Esperanza look differently, what do they share in common?
They have the same eyes
They both have their mother's nose
They both are clumsy
They have the same laugh
What broke Mamacita's heart?
Her husband would not take her out of the house.
She found out she could not have anymore children.
Her son singing the Pepsi commercial in English
Getting married too young
Who or what are the only ones that understand Esperanza?
The Clouds
The Trees
The Ocean
The Flowers
Who is the author of The House on Mango Street?
Sandra Cisneros
Frida Khalo
Dr. Seuss
Maria Santiago
From whose perspective is the story told?
Geraldo
Nenny
Esperanza
Sandra
Who is the main character (or the protagonist)?
Nenny
Elenita
Sandra
Esperanza
In which CITY does the story take place?
Chicago
Illinois
New York
Vineland
In the book, what does the house on Mango Street symbolize?
happiness
laughter
unfulfilled dreams
fulfilled dreams
Esperanza never wants to go back to Mango Street.
True
False
Good triumphs over evil.
Theme
Main Idea
Characters
Plot
How was the house on Mango Street different from the other houses the family had lived in?
True or False: The narrator says Nenny is her best friend.
Which of the following characters do not live with Esperanza?
Mama and papa
Nenny
Carlos and Kiki
All of these characters live with Esperanza
How does Esperanza feel about her family's home on Mango Street?
She is disappointed by the house and ashamed of it
She is proud of the home and of her parents for buying it
She thinks the home is funny because it is unusual
She worries that the home will be taken from them
One of the major themes, home, is introduced in vignette one, what does the narrator feel about home?
Esperanza received her name from
A wild horse
Her grandma
Her aunt on her father's side
Although Nenny and Esperanza look differently, what do they share in common?
They have the same eyes
They both have their mother's nose
They both are clumsy
They have the same laugh
Who spent her life looking out the window after they got married?
Mama
Esperanza's great grandmother
Cathy Queen of Cats
Nenny
What is a vignette?
Short scene that focuses on one moment
A novel that compares two unlike things
Giving human qualities to non-human things
Comparison using “like” or “as”
Check all the streets that Esperanza and her family have lived on before moving to Mango Street.
Lewis
Keeler
Paulina
First
Loomis
Why is the house on Mango Street different than the other houses she has lived in?
It has a big yard
Her family owns the house
It was like the houses on T.V.
Esperanza gets her own room
Fill in the blank of the description: "It's small and red with tight steps in front and windows so small you'd think they were holding their (a) ."
What does Esperanza not like about her house on Mango Street?
It has one washroom
Everyone has to share a bedroom
The yard is small
All of the above
Who does Esperanza have to share a bedroom with?
Carlos
Kiki
Nenny
Mama
Papa
What word did the nun say about Esperanza's house on Loomis that made Esperanza feel like nothing?
"Ewww!"
"There?"
"Sinner!"
"Bars?"
Whose hair is like a broom?
Mama
Papa
Carlos
Kiki
Whose hair feels like fur?
Mama
Papa
Carlos
Kiki
Whose hair looks like little rosettes?
Mama
Papa
Nenny
Esperanza
Whose hair smells like bread?
Mama
Papa
Nenny
Esperanza
Who is Carlos' best friend?
Esperanza
Nenny
Kiki
Vargas kids
How does Esperanza describe her relationship to Nenny?
They are best friends
It is broken down like their house
She is like a balloon tied to an anchor
It is like Carlos' and Kiki's relationship
What does Esperanza's name mean? (check all that apply)
hope
love
waiting
too many letters
house
Who is Esperanza named after?
Her mother
Her grandmother
Her great grandmother
Her aunt
What is one name that Esperanza would choose for herself?
(a)
Mama and Papa buy a house that is different from the one they say they will buy because they _____.
think that this is the house that their
children will like the best
cannot afford a house like the one they
say they will buy
decide that the house on Mango Street is
what they want
cannot find a white house with a big
yard and trees
The house on Mango Street makes Esperanza feel _____.
unsure of who she is
ashamed in front of the nun
terrified of the future
disappointed in her parents
What does Esperanza’s desire to have “a real house” reveal about the author’s perspective on home ownership?
Other people’s opinions of your house
are unimportant
.
Owning a better house than your parents’
house is a desirable goal.
Having a pleasing house can instill
pride and a feeling of belonging.
Only large houses with nice lawns and
many rooms are worth owning.
Esperanza says that her name reminds her of _____.
sad Mexican songs
fancy chandeliers
men shaving
Sunday mornings
Esperanza’s great-grandmother never forgave her great-grandfather for _____.
marrying her against her wishes
expecting her to be stronger than she
was
making her sit in a window every day
naming their great-granddaughter
Esperanza
Esperanza says of her great-grandmother, “I have inherited her name, but I don’t want to inherit her place by the
window.” What inference can you make about Esperanza?
She wants to find her own window.
She plans to refuse to get married.
She wishes she could change her name.
She hopes to accomplish things in her
life.
Esperanza wants to give herself a new name because she _____.
envies her sister for having a nickname
wants a name that reflects the real her
disapproves of the way others say her
name
dislikes having her great-grandmother’s
name
Esperanza probably remembers the house on Mango Street the most because it _____.
has a red front door but no trees
is the first house that her parents own
represents disappointment and sadness
is the least attractive of all of her houses
You can make an inference that Esperanza creates stories about her life to _____.
free herself from her environment
be like her story-telling mother
show her neighbors how smart she is
remember the streets on which she has lived
Read the following excerpt from the selection.
“One day I will say goodbye to Mango. I am too strong for her to keep me here forever.”
What do the lines suggest about the author’s perspective on the strength of women?
Mothers have to be strong to keep their daughters at home.
Women are strong enough to break free from sad childhood memories.
Strong houses are needed to keep strong women at home.
Strong women have to learn how to keep a house sooner or later.
What causes Mama and Papa to buy a house?
a winning lottery ticket
broken water pipes
a robbery
crumbling bricks.
The house on Mango Street _____.
is red and has tight front steps
has stairs like houses on television
is white with trees around it
has wooden bars on the windows
Why is Esperanza unhappy with the house on Mango Street?
The family has to share a yard with neighbors.
It is far away from their last home.
A nun from her school is shocked by it.
It does not match her idea of a good house.
Based on Esperanza’s feelings, what is the author’s perspective on owning a home?
The only good houses have two levels.
Owning any house is better than renting a house.
Having a pleasant house can make you proud.
Only large houses are worth owning.
Read the following excerpt from the selection.
“For the time being, Mama says. Temporary, says Papa. But I know how these things go.”
What inference can you make about Esperanza?
She misunderstands her parents.
She tries to be a know-it-all.
She can predict the future.
She thinks things will not change.
Esperanza plans to be different from her great-grandmother by _____.
staying single
following her dreams
being strong
forgiving others
You can make an inference that Esperanza writes stories to _____.
forget about her surroundings
be like her story-telling mother
show her friends that she is smart
remember the places she has lived
One day, Esperanza will finally _____.
move into a nice house
visit her friends on Mango Street
say goodbye to Mango Street
show her house to the nun
Esperanza plans to remember Mango Street in ______.
her new name
a Mexican song
her stories
a letter
To what does Esperanza belong and not belong?
her Mama and Papa
the house on Mango Street
the flat on Loomis
her great-grandmother
Before the family moved to Mango Street, where did they live?
On Keeler
On Loomis on the third floor
On Paulina
In a house with a big yard and grass
How many people were in the family by the time they got to Mango Street?
Four
Five
Six
Seven
Why did the family have to leave the flat on Loomis quickly?
The rent was too high
The water pipes broke and the landlord wouldn't fix them
They found a better house
The house was too small for them
What did the family not have to do in the house on Mango Street that they had to do in their previous living situation?
Pay rent
Share the yard with people downstairs
Be careful not to make too much noise
All of the above
How does the house on Mango Street compare to the house Mama dreamed of?
It is exactly as Mama dreamed of
It is small and red with tight steps in front and windows so small it looks like they are holding their breath
It has a big yard and grass without a fence
It has at least three washrooms
What is NOT true about the house on Mango Street according to the text?
It has a small garage for the car they don't own yet
It has a big yard and grass growing without a fence
It has only one washroom
Everybody has to share a bedroom
What happened to the laundromat downstairs from the flat on Loomis?
It was renovated.
It was closed permanently.
It was robbed.
It was painted for decoration.
How does the narrator feel about the house on Mango Street?
Proud
Bored
Ashamed
Excited
How is Papa's hair described?
Like a broom, all up in the air.
Like fur.
Like rosettes and candy circles.
Slippery and slides out of your hand.
What does Mama's hair smell like?
Like bread.
Like rain.
Like snoring.
Like fur.
Why can't the narrator be friends with Nenny?
Because Nenny is too young.
Because Nenny is not her sister.
Because Nenny lives in a different world.
Because Nenny doesn't talk to her.
What does the narrator's name mean in English?
Too many letters
Sadness
Hope
A muddy color
What is the narrator's feeling towards inheriting her great-grandmother's place by the window?
She is proud to inherit it
She is indifferent about it
She does not want to inherit it
She is excited to inherit it
According to the text, what is the Mexican records' reaction when the narrator's father plays them?
They make a sound like laughter
They make a sound like cheering
They make a sound like sobbing
They make a sound like whispering
What does the narrator consider doing to reflect her true self?
Changing her hairstyle
Moving to a new city
Baptizing herself under a new name
Learning a new language
What advice does Cathy give about Joe the baby-grabber?
To become friends with him
To keep away from him
To play with him
To invite him over
What is the reason Cathy's father will have to fly to France one day?
To visit the Eiffel Tower
To find her great great distant grand cousin on her father's side and inherit the family house
To start a new job
To move away from Mango Street
What does the narrator imply about Alicia since she went to college?
She has become more friendly
She has become stuck-up
She has moved away from the neighborhood
She has sold a building
How much money do the narrator and her friends already have to buy the bicycle?
Five dollars
Ten dollars
Fifteen dollars
Twenty dollars
What does Cathy claim she will do if the narrator gives her five dollars?
She will be her friend forever
She will buy a bicycle
She will move to France
She will help her find a house
According to Cathy, why do people like her have to keep moving a little farther away from Mango Street?
Because the neighborhood is getting bad
Because they want to live closer to the city
Because they are looking for better schools
Because people like the narrator keep moving in
What does the narrator wish her name was?
Rachel
Lucy
Cassandra or Alexis or Maritza
Nenny
Who says "Her was born here, but me I'm Texas"?
Rachel
Lucy
The narrator
Nenny
Why do they decide to ride the bike together?
Because it's too complicated to decide who rides it first
Because the bike is too small for two people
Because Lucy doesn't know how to ride a bike
Because the narrator doesn't want to ride alone
What is the new bike compared to when the narrator rides on the handlebars?
A car
Spaghetti
A horse
A roller coaster
Where do they ride the new bike?
Around the block back to Mango
To Mr. Benny's grocery store
To the laundromat
To the drugstore
According to the narrator, what makes her and Nenny alike?
They both have the same fat popsicle lips.
They both laugh like the ice cream bells' giggle.
They both have a house in Mexico.
They both look exactly like each other.
What did Nenny say when the narrator mentioned that a house looked like Mexico?
She said the narrator was crazy.
She laughed at the narrator.
She agreed with the narrator.
She said she had never seen a house like that.
What is the main reason Gil's Furniture store is described as difficult to navigate?
It has a lot of furniture.
It has skinny aisles.
It is very dark inside.
It has a dirty window.
What did Nenny buy from the store owner for a dime?
A pair of gold glasses.
A music box with a ballerina inside.
A box with a brass record in it.
The Statue of Liberty.
What is Meme Ortiz's real name?
Juan
Meme
Cathy
Louie
What kind of animal does Meme have?
A cat
A dog with two names
A squirrel
A bird
How many wooden stairs lead up to Meme's house?
21
20
23
25
What event did Meme win?
The First Annual Tarzan Jumping Contest
A running race
A dog show
A tree climbing competition
What happened to Meme as a result of winning the event?
He received a prize
He broke both arms
He became famous
He got a new dog
Who is Louie in relation to the narrator?
The narrator's brother
The narrator's cousin
A family friend's brother
The narrator's uncle
What does Louie's girl cousin do when she can't go out?
She plays volleyball
She sells Avon products
She babysits Louie's sisters
She drives a yellow Cadillac
What is distinctive about the car Louie's cousin drives?
It has a loud siren
It is a yellow Cadillac with whitewalls and a yellow scarf tied around the mirror
It has a small cat in the back window
It has automatic windows
What happened the seventh time they drove into the alley?
They saw a cat in the back window
They heard sirens and Louie's cousin stopped the car
Louie's cousin took off flooring the car into a yellow blur
They all sang together
What was the outcome of the car chase?
Louie's cousin escaped
The car crashed into a lamppost
They continued to drive around
They were all arrested
How was the house on Mango Street different from the other houses the family had lived in?
True or False: The narrator says Nenny is her best friend.
How was the house on Mango Street different from the other houses the family had lived in?
How does Esperanza feel about her family's home on Mango Street?
She is disappointed by the house and ashamed of it
She is proud of the home and of her parents for buying it
She thinks the home is funny because it is unusual
She worries that the home will be taken from them
Ch 1: Who is The House on Mango Street
Narrator? How does narrator feel about moving?
Narrator: Esperanza. Sick of moving, still waiting to find a true home.
Narrator: Esperanza. Loved moving, she found it exciting.
Narrator: Esperanza cared less about moving around.
What is a vignette?
Short scene that focuses on one moment
A novel that compares two unlike things
Giving human qualities to non-human things
Comparison using “like” or “as”
What is Esperanza’s attitude toward her name?
She wants to change it to a new name
She thinks it is better than any other name
She is indifferent about her name
She likes it sometimes and hates it other times
How does Marin illustrate the traditional role of women?
Marin hopes for a man to take care of her
Marin uses her body to get what she wants
Marin is meticulous about her appearance
it was the real house their family had always been looking for
the water pipes at the old house broke and the landlord wouldn't fix them
the house on Loomis was too small
they didn't have enough money to pay the rent
How does Esperanza feel about her family's home on Mango Street?
She is disappointed by the house and ashamed of it
She is proud of the home and of her parents for buying it
She thinks the home is funny because it is unusual
She worries that the home will be taken from them
she was homeless
she likes people
to get a job downtown and marry a rich man
to make tortillas for her Papa
How was the house on Mango Street different from the other houses the family had lived in?
tiring -- she cries because her husband left her and with too many bad kids
Based on this evidence, how does Esperanza feel towards her mother?
She does not like her or enjoy her company
She feels safe and at home around her
She is more of a daddy’s girl
She is scared of her because she is abusive
True (A) or False (B): Esperanza believes that “boys and girls live in separate worlds.”
True
False
What does Esperanza wish for in this vignette? (Boys and Girls)
A new dad
A new house
A best friend
A dog
Who is Esperanza named after?
Her mother
Her neighbor
Her Great Grandmother
Her Aunt
What was Esperanza's Great-Grandmother considered?
Content in her home
Calm and quiet
An extremely happy woman
A wild horse of a woman”
According to Esperanza, “the Chinese, like the Mexicans, don’t like their women______________.”
Strong
Fat
Working
Weak
someone who will fight with her
one who will be cool
Eperanza’s first friend on Mango Street is
Nenny
Lupe
Cathy
Louis
full of dogs
dirty with mice
infested with roaches
Why is Cathy moving?
Because Mango Street is getting “bad”
They are going to New York City
Her mother got a new job
None of the above
What does Esperanza buy for five dollars?
A jacket
A white cat
Part ownership of a bicycle
A music box
they think girls are feel dumb
