Theme
Which theme is best expressed by the following passage?
"Well we're going. You can join us like good big sis, cinco hermanitas, together forever- or you can break our motto and stay behind like a coward."
A. Loneliness
B. Family
C. Justice
D. Death
B. Family
What is the definition of "Plot"?
The story's events in the order they happen. Includes Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and the Resolution.
This character is the source of conflict in the book. He is characterized as selfish. He left home before the beginning of the book.
Papá
What is the theme of page 34 of Summer of the Mariposas?
The theme of page 34 of Summer of the Mariposas is...
A bruja who tricks the sisters by appearing nice, inviting them to her house, and giving them treats (with sleeping drugs in them!). She is the mother of all the monsters that come after the sisters.
Cecilia
What evidence best supports the claim that Juanita feels guilty?
A) “‘We took the drowned man’s money’ Juanita admitted quietly. Then she put her hands over face so we wouldn’t see her crying.”
B) “Juanita threw the cash on the dashboard and turned away to look out the window.”
C) ‘Well if he was so interested in the car, why didn’t he take it with him?’ Juanita wanted to know.”
D) “‘Oh he’s handsome alright,’ Juanitas tone of voice told us exactly how she felt about him.”
A) “‘We took the drowned man’s money’ Juanita admitted quietly. Then she put her hands over face so we wouldn’t see her crying.”
What is the setting of Chapter 1 of Summer of the Mariposas?
The banks of the Rio Grande
This character from Summer of the Mariposas is the narrator of the book. The book is told from her point of view.
Odilia
Which piece of evidence best supports the claim below?
The evidence that best supports the claim is...
The chupacabras who is disguised as a poor, filthy, raggedy young sheppard. The girls decide to let him go after blinding him.
Chencho
Which theme best describes the passage below?
‘Bueno pues, you can travel with me if you like. I’m heading in that direction. I don’t have a wagon, but I have plenty of water…It’s not much but I don’t mind sharing.’ the boy said.”
A. Loneliness
B. Redemption
C. Allyship
D. Pride
C. Allyship
What is the conflict of Summer of the Mariposas?
The sisters have to return the dead body to Mexico to bring their family together again.
Which piece of evidence best supports the claim below?
Juanita is cautious.
A. "I don't think we should take any chances by going to the authorities."
B. ""I gave them to you when we were getting ready. I sat them right there, on your dresser."
C. "School IDs aren't going to help us. You need state IDs or birth certificates to get across."
D. ""Let me see that". Juanita said...Frantic, Juanita rummaged through Velia's bag."
A. "I don't think we should take any chances by going to the authorities."
What theme in Summer of the Mariposas is developed during the incident with the Chupacabras?
The theme developed during the incident with the chupacabras is...
The brujo disguised as a donkey. He leads the sisters to a cave, that is actually his evil lair. He wants to sacrifice the sisters to gain power. He is defeated when the sisters summon the goddess to stop him.
The Nagual
Which evidence best supports the following claim? Velia is impatient.
A. "The joy of finding the roses was short-lived as I realized all our belongings were still in Abuelita's truck"
B. "'Forget what?' I asked, annoyed. I wasn't sure what she was getting at.
C. "Go on. We'll wait here. Pita needs to rest," she said.
D. "You almost done there? I don't care if you take all day, but we don't have that kind of time."
D. "You almost done there? I don't care if you take all day, but we don't have that kind of time."
The name for the beginning of a book. When the characters and setting are introduced.
Exposition
This character is characterized as cruel, evil, and dangerous in most myths. In Summer of the Mariposas, she is helpful, caring, and remorseful.
La Llorona
What does the incident between the sisters and Abuelita reveal about Papá?
The incident between the sisters and Abuelita reveals that Papa is...
Evil witches in the form of owls. They travel in packs, and torment the girls by using voices of those they love, like Mamá, to insult them. They fight these creatures off with weapons.
The Lechuzas.
What is one reoccurring theme from Summer of the Mariposas?
(Reoccurring means to happen again and again
Recurrente significa suceder una y otra vez.)
Answers can vary. Family, survival, overcoming obstacles, and trust would all work best.
What is the climax of Summer of the Mariposas?
The girls finally reach Abuelitas house, and learn Papá is going to divorce Mamá.
Choose one character from Summer of the Mariposas, and characterize them using your character packets.
Answers may vary depending on the character.
How do pages 22 through 30 contribute to the plot of Summer of the Mariposas?
Pages 22 through 30 contribute to the plot of Summer of the Mariposas by...
This character from Summer of the Mariposas saves the sisters from the nagual, shows them the path home, and is the Aztec goddess of the earth (and corn!).
Tonantzin