Question

In paragraph 3, the author compares the 47 vignettes in The House on Mango Street to “chips of color in a kaleidoscope.” Based on this comparison, what does the word "vignettes" most likely mean?
A.
Short, descriptive pieces that together form a complete picture
B.
Random events that have no connection to each other
C.
Detailed explanations of how the book was written
D.
Photographs that the author collected from her childhood

Answer 1

A. Short, descriptive pieces that together form a complete picture

Explanation: Comparing vignettes to "chips of color in a kaleidoscope" suggests small, separate pieces that, when seen together, create a larger, cohesive image — which matches option A.