The House on Mango Street 2024

Front

Why did Esperanza's mother quit school?

Back

She didn't have nice clothes.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Compare and contrast Esperanza and Sally. How do their views on life differ?

Back

Esperanza is more independent, while Sally seeks validation from others.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does Esperanza's character develop throughout the book?

Back

At first, Esperanza plans to leave Mango Street and never return, but later decides she will come back to help her community.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the phrase 'I have begun my own quiet war' suggest about the narrator's approach to life?

Back

She is determined to assert her independence subtly.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Which character is an adult, but behaves like a child?

Back

Ruthie.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the significance of Mango Street in Esperanza's life?

Back

Mango Street represents both a place of struggle and a source of identity for Esperanza.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Esperanza's view of marriage change throughout the story?

Back

She initially desires marriage but later values her independence more.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role do friendships play in Esperanza's development?

Back

Friendships help Esperanza find her voice and strengthen her sense of community.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does the theme of identity manifest in 'The House on Mango Street'?

Back

Esperanza grapples with her cultural identity and personal aspirations throughout the narrative.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does Esperanza mean when she says she wants to 'write her own story'?

Back

She desires to take control of her life and express her own experiences and truths.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3