How does Esperanza change throughout the story?
Esperanza must define herself both as a woman and as an artist, and her perception of her identity changes over the course of the novel. In the beginning of the novel Esperanza wants to change her name so that she can define herself on her own terms, instead of accepting a name that expresses her family heritage.
What are Esperanza’s biggest worries at this time in her life?
Esperanza worries that she is unattractive and that her looks will leave her stuck at home. Her sister, who is more attractive, wants a husband to take her away, but she doesn’t want to leave by having a baby with just any man, as Minerva’s sister did.
What happens to Esperanza in the House on Mango Street?
Esperanza spends time with Alicia at the end of The House on Mango Street, instead of with Sally, who has married and dropped out of middle school. Alicia provides the final step in Esperanza’s escape from Mango Street: she instills in her a sense of responsibility to who she is.
How does Esperanza change from the beginning to the end?
At the start of the novel, the reader learns that Esperanza has no desire to stay on Mango Street over the long term. However, as Esperanza matures, she becomes more aware of the socioeconomics of her family and her neighbors. Additionally, Esperanza becomes more aware of her body and her sexuality…
What does Esperanza say she will do when she is older?
What does Esperanza say she will do when she is older? She will own a house and invite the bums in to live in the attic. She will run an orphanage or give money to the poor. She will move away from places where men beat women and girls, and women stare out at windows.
Why was Minerva always sad?
Minerva is sad because she is a single mother raising two kids, she feels she is unlucky, and she has a terrible relationship with her husband. Minerva’s husband is not loving at all. He leaves her alone with the kids, so she thinks she is a single mom, but sometimes he comes back.
What did Esperanza wish for?
The sisters seem to know Esperanza’s wish, and tell her that it will come true. One of the aunts tells her that she “will always be Mango Street,” and that when she leaves, she must always promise to come back for those who cannot leave as easily (41.32).
Who is Edgar in Esperanza?
Terms in this set (9) Who is Edgar & what happened to him? Cousin of the narrador. He died. He had a passion of justice and as an activist planned to dispose the corrupt president Cerezo.