The House On Mango Street pg1-30

Front

What is Esperanza’s attitude toward her name?

Back

She wants to change it to a new name.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Who is the narrator of The House on Mango Street and how does she feel about moving?

Back

Narrator: Esperanza. Sick of moving, still waiting to find a true home.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

How is the house on Mango Street different from the other houses the family had lived in?

Back

It was their own house.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

How does Marin illustrate the traditional role of women?

Back

Marin hopes for a man to take care of her.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Why does Cathy tell Esperanza she is moving?

Back

The neighborhood is getting bad.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does Esperanza desire in terms of her identity?

Back

She desires to have a name that reflects her true self.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What theme is prevalent in the first 30 pages of The House on Mango Street?

Back

The theme of identity and belonging.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Esperanza view her neighborhood?

Back

She has mixed feelings; she loves it but also sees its flaws.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What does the house on Mango Street symbolize for Esperanza?

Back

It symbolizes her dreams and aspirations for a better life.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What role does family play in Esperanza's life?

Back

Family provides support but also reflects the struggles of their environment.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2