questions and answers on the house on mango street

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The House on Mango Street

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A book by Sandra Cisneros.

Answer explanation

A book by Sandra Cisneros.

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Esperanza Cordero

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The narrator of The House on Mango Street.

Answer explanation

The narrator of The House on Mango Street.

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Reason for moving to Mango Street

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Esperanza's family moved because the water pipes broke and the landlord refused to fix them.

Answer explanation

Esperanza's family moved because the water pipes broke and the landlord refused to fix them.

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Difference of house on Mango Street

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It is their own house, not rented, but it is small, old, and not the dream house they hoped for.

Answer explanation

It is their own house, not rented, but it is small, old, and not the dream house they hoped for.

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Esperanza's feelings about her house

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She is disappointed and embarrassed because it does not meet her expectations.

Answer explanation

She is disappointed and embarrassed because it does not meet her expectations.

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Meaning of Esperanza's name in English

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In English, it means 'hope.'

Answer explanation

In English, it means 'hope.'

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Meaning of Esperanza's name in Spanish

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In Spanish, it means 'too many letters' and is associated with sadness and waiting.

Answer explanation

In Spanish, it means 'too many letters' and is associated with sadness and waiting.

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Who Esperanza is named after

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Her great-grandmother, who was strong but lived a sad life.

Answer explanation

Her great-grandmother, who was strong but lived a sad life.

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Esperanza's desire for a different name

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She wants a name that better represents who she is and allows her to create a new identity.

Answer explanation

She wants a name that better represents who she is and allows her to create a new identity.

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Esperanza's relationship with Nenny

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She feels responsible for Nenny but also sees her as a burden.

Answer explanation

She feels responsible for Nenny but also sees her as a burden.