Cisneros and Esperanza: Cultural Connections

The video discusses the 25th anniversary edition of 'The House on Mango Street' by Sandra Cisneros. It highlights Cisneros' reflections on her writing process, her journey to independence, and her teaching career. The video explores the connections between her personal life and the fictional world she created, emphasizing cultural and family influences. It also delves into her dreams and aspirations as a writer, showcasing her desire for independence and a space of her own.

What does the 25th anniversary edition of 'The House on Mango Street' include?

• A new chapter

• An introduction by the author

• A foreword by a famous critic

• A collection of poems

Why did Cisneros move back to her parents' house in Chicago?

• To start a new job

• To save money

• To take care of her parents

• After finishing graduate school

What was Cisneros' father's expectation for her career?

• To be a lawyer

• To be a teacher

• To be a TV weathergirl

• To become a writer

What did Cisneros' father not understand about her choices?

• Why she wanted to teach

• Why she wanted to travel

• Why she wanted to live alone

• Why she wanted to be a writer

What type of students did Cisneros teach?

• Elementary school students

• College students

• Gifted students

• At-risk high school students

How did Cisneros' students influence her writing?

• They co-authored her book

• They illustrated her stories

• They provided feedback on her drafts

• Their life stories inspired her

What significant event happened shortly after Cisneros' mother visited her in San Antonio?

• Her mother published a book

• Her mother passed away

• Her mother started a new job

• Her mother moved in with her

What did Cisneros and her mother do from the rooftop in San Antonio?

• Paint a mural

• Have a picnic

• Watch the stars and full moon

• Watch the sunrise

What is a major connection between Cisneros and the character Esperanza?

• Both are musicians

• Both are professional athletes

• Both are from New York

• Both are Mexican-American

What was Cisneros' stance on marriage and family life when she wrote the book?

• She was planning a wedding

• She was already married

• She had no interest in marriage

• She was eager to start a family