Mango Street Vignette 1

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What does 'under new management' mean?

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It indicates that a new owner or manager has taken over a business.

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What is a laundromat?

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A place where people can wash and dry their clothes using machines.

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What does it mean to 'move out'?

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To leave a place where you live, usually to go to a new home.

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What is a landlord?

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A person who owns a property and rents it to others.

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What does 'fixing water pipes' involve?

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Repairing the pipes that carry water in a building.

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What is a 'real house'?

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A permanent structure where people live, as opposed to temporary housing.

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What does 'refuse to fix' mean?

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To decline or not agree to make repairs.

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What is the significance of family in a story?

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Family often represents support, love, and the main character's background.

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What does 'boarded-up' mean?

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A building that has its windows and doors covered with boards, often indicating it is closed or abandoned.

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What is a 'vignette' in literature?

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A short, descriptive scene or story that focuses on a particular moment or character.