Mango Street (1st/4th Period)

Front

What are the neighborhood girls doing as they talk about hips?

Back

Playing jump rope.

Front

What is a simile? Provide an example.

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Ready and waiting like a new Buick with the keys in the ignition.'

Front

Why doesn't Esperanza want to dance at her cousin's baptism party?

Back

Her shoes make her feel ugly.

Front

What does Esperanza beg her mom to be allowed to do?

Back

Eat in the canteen at school.

Front

Why does Esperanza get upset at school in the chapter 'A Rice Sandwich'?

Back

The nun makes her point to her house.

Front

Define the term 'neighborhood' as used in 'Mango Street'.

Back

A neighborhood is a specific area where people live, often sharing common experiences and culture.

Front

What does the character Esperanza symbolize in the story?

Back

Esperanza symbolizes the struggle for identity and belonging.

Front

Explain the significance of the title 'Mango Street'.

Back

Mango Street represents the physical and emotional landscape of Esperanza's life and her aspirations.

Front

What role does family play in Esperanza's life?

Back

Family provides both support and conflict, shaping Esperanza's identity and experiences.

Front

What is the theme of identity in 'Mango Street'?

Back

The theme of identity explores how personal and cultural backgrounds influence self-perception and aspirations.