Esperanza
Who is Esperanza named after?
Her grandmother
In the beginning of the story, what is Esperanza the most ashamed of?
Her house
Who is the old man who owns a junk store and doesn't talk much?
Gil
Who is the narrator of the story?
Esperanza
The name of the cafeteria at Esperanza's school where she wants to eat lunch at
The cantina
What are Esperanza's siblings names?
Carlos, Kiki, and Nenny
Why does Cathy say her family needs to move?
The neighborhood is getting "bad"
Who's hair smells like bread?
Esperanza's mother
What is the term for a short scene that focuses on a character and setting?
A vignette
What is the name of one of Esperanza's best friends who is very outspoken and energetic?
Rachel
What makes Esperanza too embarrassed to dance at her cousin's baptism?
Her old shoes
Why was Louie's cousin handcuffed?
He stole a car
Who works most of the time and is rarely home?
Esperanza's father
Who is the author of The House on Mango Street>
Sandra Cisneros
What is the name of Esperanza's school friend whose father treats her unwell and who seeks out validation from boys?
Sally
Who is Esperanza's first real crush?
Sire
When the three aunts tell Esperanza to make a wish, what does she wish for?
To leave Mango Street
Who's real name is Juan and broke his arms during the first annual Tarzan jumping contest?
Meme Ortiz
Chicano/a
What is the name of Esperanza's neighbor who's house smells like dampness, is dark, and filled with records?
Earl
She didn't have nice clothes
By the end of the novel, how does Esperanza describe herself?
As a storyteller
Elenita
What decade is The House on Mango Street based in?
80s
What is the name of the girl who is around Esperanza's age, has children, and likes to write poetry?
Minerva