Analysis of evidence: In other words, when CIsneros writes “Why didn't you hear me when I called? Why didn't you tell them to leave me alone?” Esperanza is expressing how serious she felt about what had happened. It shows that Esperanza was counting on Sally to be there and help her but Sally was too busy with another boy. As a result, instead of Esperanza getting mad at her attackers she got mad at Sally and blamed other women for not warning her or protecting her from situations like this. Also, when Esperanza wrote “pressed his sour mouth to mine" reflects how Esperanza felt while it was happening. Unlike something that is sweet and nice, easy and calm, this kiss was sour and unpleasant. Furthermore, when Cisneros wrote “He said I love you,
