Exploring Chapters 41–44 of The House on Mango Street

What event brings Esperanza to meet the three sisters?

• A wedding

• A birthday party

• A neighborhood meeting

• A wake

What do the three sisters tell Esperanza to do when she leaves Mango Street?

• Never return

• Forget about Mango Street

• Move to a different city

• Always come back for the others

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Why is Esperanza jealous of Alicia?

• Alicia has a better job

• Alicia has a place she feels she belongs

• Alicia is wealthier

• Alicia has more friends

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What does Alicia point out to Esperanza about Mango Street?

• It is a place to forget

• It is a wealthy neighborhood

• It is her home

• It is a dangerous place

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What does Esperanza say she wants in Chapter 43?

• A better job

• A house of her own

• A new car

• A vacation

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How does writing make Esperanza feel?

• Confused

• Sad

• Free

• Angry

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What does Esperanza plan to do after leaving Mango Street?

• Move to another country

• Come back to help others

• Never return

• Forget her past

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What do the three sisters symbolize in Greek mythology?

• The Fates

• The Muses

• The Furies

• The Graces

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What does Esperanza believe about her neighborhood?

• It is a place of freedom

• It is perfect as it is

• It hinders her dreams

• It is a place of opportunity

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What is the ultimate goal of Esperanza's writing?

• To make money

• To become famous

• To feel free and help her community

• To forget her past

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