Topics for Further Study
Describe the social limitations faced by the women in Esperanza's neighborhood, and explain how Esperanza both reacts to and rises above the societal pressures in her surroundings.
Analyze the symbolism of the house in The House on Mango Street.
Examine The House on Mango Street in the context of the historical experiences of Mexican Americans living in major U.S. cities.
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