Reading Check: "My Name" by Sandra Cisneros

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What is the narrator's name in 'My Name' by Sandra Cisneros?

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Esparanza

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Why was the narrator's great-grandmother considered 'wild'?

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She didn't want to get married.

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What does the narrator think about her culture's view on women?

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Her culture doesn't want women to be independent and able to take care of themselves.

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How would you describe the narrator's tone toward traditional gender norms?

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Rebellious.

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What does the narrator reveal about her feelings regarding her name?

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She wants to make her own choices and define her own identity.

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What cultural background does the narrator identify with in 'My Name'?

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Mexican.

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What does the name 'Esparanza' symbolize for the narrator?

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Hope and a desire for a better future.

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How does the narrator's name reflect her family's expectations?

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It reflects the traditional roles and limitations placed on women.

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What is the significance of the narrator's great-grandmother in her story?

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She represents a strong, independent woman who defied societal norms.

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What does the narrator's comparison of cultures reveal about her identity?

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It shows her struggle between cultural expectations and personal aspirations.