Question

What does the house on Mango Street symbolize in The House on Mango Street?

It signifies a major achievement for Esperanza’s parents.

It represents the lack of opportunities Esperanza’s family has had.

The family’s house represents shame for Esperanza but also her heritage.

It demonstrates the low expectations the people on Mango Street have for themselves.

Answer 1

House is a symbolic image in the book that represents ideas like independence, pride, a stable life and dreams of a family.

Step-by-step explanation:

Esperanza didn't always live on Mango Street, but that is where her story takes place. And the house on Mango Street is the first house her family has owned

Answer 2

Sorry for the month late answer

Your correct choice is C The family’s house represents shame for Esperanza but also her heritage.

Step-by-step explanation:

Philosophical explanation

In the beginning the house represents shame, failure, and dissapoitnment for Esperanza, but by the end of the novel she states " I won't forget who I am or where I came from”. The house represents her past and how it has shaped her future.

The logical and short explanation

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