The House on Mango Street

My Name"
What does Esperanza find shameful or burdensome about her name? Why might Cisneros have chosen this name for her protagonist?

• Syllables
• It's American
• It's Spanish
• She gets teased for it

What common traits does Esperanza share with Nenny, and how does she distinguish herself from Nenny?

• They have age in common
• They laugh the same
• They are different ages
• One laughs a lot and one is very serious

 "Those Who Don’t"
How does Esperanza’s view of herself compare to her perception of how others view her?

• She is sure of herself
• She gets bullied a lot
• People are afraid of her
• She is loving and kind

"Our Good Day"
At this stage of her life, what are Esperanza’s friendships based on, and what do her friends mean to her? Does she fit in with an older or younger crowd, and how does she feel about her place in the social hierarchy?

• She fits in with an older crowd
• Her friendships are based on benefit
• She must be in charge
• She is fair for others and herself

"Those Who Dont"
What is the picture of the neighborhood that Esperanza paints for the reader? Does this picture change the reader’s perception of the neighborhood from this point on in the book

• Her neighborhood is dangerous
• Her neighborhood is safe
• She knows everybody
• Everybody has the same experience