What does Esperanza learn from the Three Sisters?
Summary: “The Three Sisters” Esperanza finds them fascinating and thinks they are magical. The sisters can tell that Esperanza is uncomfortable at the wake and call her over to talk to her. They compliment Esperanza on her name and tell her she is special and that she will go far.
What is the theme of the Three Sisters house on Mango Street?
The House on Mango Street “you can’t erase what you know” (105). The sister meant that you should be proud of who you are and that no matter how much you disliked your past, it would not go away.
Why do the neighbors give up on the Vargas children what can you infer about Angel Vargas fate by his name?
The life of a single parent who is poor, has no control over her children, and is uneducated is very difficult and hopeless. Why do the neighbors “give up” on the Vargas children? The Vargas children are intolerable or out of control.
What has Esperanza learned about herself in the past year?
After being sexually assaulted, Esperanza decides to try to forget some of what she has learned about sex in the past year in order to focus on writing. By the end of the novel, Esperanza’s views on sex have evolved, and she rejects sex as a means of escape.
What do you wish Esperanza 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).
Why does Esperanza’s mother quit school What advice does she give her daughter?
She is afraid to go outside without his permission. Describe Esperanza’s mother’s reason for quitting school and her advice to her daughter. She didn’t have nice clothes. She tells Esperanza to go to school and study hard.
How does Esperanza change throughout the story?
Esperanza learns to shape an identity through self-awareness and art. She learns that in order to escape the constricted life on Mango Street she must shed her dependence on men and struggle hard for self-determination.
Why does Esperanza not like her name?
What causes Esperanza to think negatively about her name? Despite her name meaning Hope in English, she interprets her name differently in Spanish because she is ashamed of her Mexican heritage. Her great grandma was also named Esperanza, someone who is very submissive to her husband, something she doesn’t want to be.
How is Esperanza thoughtful?
In the vignette called “Bums in The Attic”, Esperanza expresses her hunger for a better life. She states how she wants to have her own, fancy house not owned by anyone but her. While expressing her ambitious dreams, Esperanza makes a thoughtful promise to the reader to not forget her close community on Mango Street.
How did Esperanza change throughout the book?
How do the three sisters contrast Elenita with Esperanza?
The three sisters contrast with Elenita the “witch woman” in that they actively seek out Esperanza and win her trust. They want her to accept her name – which she used be ashamed of – and find strength within herself.
What are some bad omens in Esperanza Rising?
There are some bad omens like a crying dog and a bird flying through a window, and Rachel and Lucy ’s baby sister gets sick and dies. The neighbors go in and out of Rachel and Lucy’s house to view the body. Three old aunts arrive to visit the family, and Esperanza thinks they are intriguing and magical.
Can the sisters read Esperanza’s mind?
The story approaches the fantastical here (in Esperanza’s point of view), as the sisters seem to read Esperanza’s mind and predict her future.