Exploring the Themes and Characters of The House on Mango Street

The video explores Esperanza Cordero's life on Mango Street, highlighting her family's move to a new home, her friendships, and the challenges she faces as a young Chicana. Esperanza navigates complex social dynamics, experiences trauma, and ultimately vows to return to her community to help others.

What does Esperanza's family purchase in the neighborhood?

• A small red house

• A large apartment

• A plot of land

• A commercial space

Who is Esperanza's first friend in the new neighborhood?

• Cathy

• Lucy

• Sally

• Nanny

What does Esperanza's dream home contrast with?

• Her school

• Her actual home on Mango Street

• Her friend's house

• Her vacation home

What significant change does Cathy mention about the neighborhood?

• New schools being built

• Economic growth

• Decreasing safety

• Racial demographic shifts

What major issue does Esperanza reflect on concerning the women in her community?

• Domestic confinement

• Political representation

• Educational opportunities

• Employment challenges

What do Esperanza and her friends find intoxicating?

• Dancing

• Singing

• Wearing high heels

• Playing sports

What tragic event befalls Geraldo?

• He opens a successful business

• He wins a lottery

• He is deported

• He is killed in a hit-and-run

How does Esperanza feel about Sally's choices at the carnival?

• Indifferent

• Angry

• Jealous

• Proud

What advice do the elderly sisters give to Esperanza?

• To leave Mango Street

• To always return

• To forget her past

• To change her name

What is Esperanza's final decision regarding Mango Street?

• To never return

• To come back and help

• To write a book about it

• To sell her house