Characters
Who is the person who warns them of the evil trinity?
Teresita
The river that plays a significant role in the journey of the Garza sisters.
Rio Grande
The reason the Garza sisters start their journey to Mexico.
They found a dead body
The array of symbols frequently associated with the Garza sisters.
Mariposas
What American game does Loteria remind you of?
Bingo!
This character is the youngest of the five Garza sisters.
Pita
The country where the Garza sisters travel to return the dead man they found in the river.
El Sacrificio, Mexico
Gift from Tonantzin that La Llorona gives to Odelia - has magical powers
Ear Pendant
These creatures, encountered during the journey, symbolize deceit and danger, Demonic coyote-like evil monster
chupacabras
What is the Garza sister's motto?
Cinco Hermanitas, together forever!
The mystical figure who provides guidance to the sisters during their journey.
La Llorona
The place where the Garza sisters live at the beginning of the story.
Eagle Pass, Texas
In Chapter 18, when questioned by the authorities at the Customs Station, the girls say they got back across the border by
Swimming across the river
These creatures are Evil owls with human faces - mimic the voices of loved ones to taunt the sisters - Part of the evil trinity
What are Lechuzas
Instead of drugs from a pharmacy, what does Abuelita Remedios use to heal people?
Herbs from her garden
The character who is the oldest sister and takes responsibility for her siblings.
Odilia
Where does cecilia live in summer of the mariposas
a mansion in Mexico
Summer of the Mariposas is often compared to what text? (think Greek mythology).
The Odyssey
warlock who has the ability to transform into an animal - in the story a donkey - Part of the evil trinity
El Nagual
In Chapter 22, the party is in honor of Odilia's
16th birthday
This character is known for being the trickster that the sisters encounter that tries to adopt them.
Cecilia
The home of the girls' Abuelita Remedios is called...
Hacienda Dorada
When the girls return home, an FBI agent is waiting for them. Who is it?
Special Agent Gonzales
Mother goddess of the Aztecs - Also known as La Virgin de Guadalupe
Tonantzin
Odilia thought the roses were for Mama. But who did she come to realize they were really for?
La Llorona