The House on Mango Street Quiz

Who is the narrator of The House on Mango Street?

• Nenny

• Sally

• Esperanza

• Marin

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Why is the house on Mango Street a disappointment to Esperanza?

• It is haunted.

• It is smaller and shabbier than she imagined.

• Her family does not own it.

• It is too far from her school.

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What does Esperanza say about her great-grandmother, whom she was named after?

• She was a strong woman who traveled the world.

• She was a wild woman who was forced into marriage.

• She was an artist who became famous.

• She was rich but unhappy.

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What is special about Cathy, Queen of Cats?

• She claims to be royalty.

• She owns a lot of cats.

• She moves away soon after meeting Esperanza.

• All of the above.

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Why does Esperanza feel ashamed when she visits a house where her father works?

• The house is very large and beautiful, making her feel poor.

• The family treats her like a servant.

• She spills food on the floor.

• She gets lost inside.

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What happens when Esperanza goes to work for the first time?

• She loves her new job.

• She earns a lot of money.

• An older man kisses her without permission.

• She decides to quit after the first day.

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What does Esperanza’s mother regret most in life?

• Not leaving Mango Street.

• Not marrying a rich man.

• Not going to school.

• Not becoming a writer.

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What does Alicia see at night when she studies?

• Ghosts

• Mice

• A mysterious light

• A cat on the roof

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Why does Marin dream of going to Puerto Rico?

• To visit her family.

• To marry her boyfriend.

• To escape Mango Street.

• To go to school.

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Why does Esperanza admire trees on Mango Street?

• They remind her of her childhood.

• They are strong despite their surroundings.

• They bloom beautifully every spring.

• They provide shade in the summer.

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