Hunger of Memory: The Education of Richard Rodriguez
In what ways did stereotypes about skin color shape Richard’s identity? What other stereotypes influenced his self-concept?
.
.
• Richard mentions that Mexicans are streotypes as lazy, uneducated, and prone to get into trouble with the law. This stereotype conflicted with assimilation to life in the United States.
• Richard also mentions that Mexicans are stereotyped as poor and lacking in intelligence.
Hunger of Memory: The Education of Richard Rodriguez