Persepolis
Where does Marji live for most of the book?
Iran
What does Esperanza think about her name?
She dislikes her name; she thinks it dosn't fit her.
What did Troy want to invest in throughout the course of the book?
The Liquor Store
What is the format of a (body) phraragraph?
OSEEC.
Define Irony.
When an expectation contrasts the reality.
What propted the revolutions mentioned in the book?
Takeover of religious leaders.
What did Esperanza wany to buy at Gil's store?
A music box.
Who was Linder?
The man looking to buy the Youngers new home.
What type of setence sould a claim be?
Compond Complex.
Define Martyr.
Someone who died for a heroic or religious cause,
Who gives Marji the bread duck?
Anoosh
Why did Alica have to takover her mothers resposibilities?
Her mother died and she was the familiest eldest women.
What does Mama's plant symblolise througut the play?
Her dreams for a better future.
What are the three rhetorical appeals?
Logos, Pathos, Ethos
Define Languish.
When something deteriorates, normally due to age.
What causes Marji to stop trusting God?
The War in Iran and specifically Anoosh's execution.
Who does Esperanza seek comfort from?
Her mother.
How does Asagi view progress and socital movement?
He belives progression is like a "line"; without end but constantly moving forrward.
How does an author characterize their character (5)?
(STEAL) Speech, Thoughts, Effect on Others, Actions, Looks
Define Dimnution.
Redction in the size or importance of something.
Where does Marji move to by the end of the book?
Austria
Why does Esperanza dislike her House on Mango Street?
She feels empharsied by the houses' worn-out and "poor looking" apperence.
Why is Walter jeleous of George?
Goerge is wealty without having to work much; he can provide for Benetha easily.
Why are Vignettes different other examples of litrature?
Vignettes are shorter scenes that relate to a main theme or story.
Define Cantankorus.
Difficult or irritating to deal with.