SotM Ch. 10-16
What important item do the Garza sisters use to help guide them on their journey?
La Llorona's ear pendant.
True or False: A theme can go across multiple stories, main ideas are specific to the story.
True: Themes indeed can apply to many stories while main ideas are specific to the central story.
When providing textual evidence for Mr.Medina's class, what type of formatting should you use and how does it look like?
MLA format, author's last name & page number in parentheses at the end of the citation
True or False: This sentence is an example of a metaphor.
Like I've said before, this room is a pressure cooker. I'm so stressed out!
True: The room is being compared to a pressure, which shows that the narrator is stressed out.
Define what aspects of character means.
Character traits; how you might describe a character to be like based on their thoughts & actions
Which of the following do not appear in these chapters?
Lechuzas, brujas, naguales, chupacabras
Brujas (ended off in Chapter 9)
Provide an example in Chapters 10-16 that describe the theme of "appearances can be deceiving."
Some moments that described the theme "appearances can be deceiving" are the encounters with the nagual and Chencho.
Find a quote that shows Pita maturing on page 191. Be sure to explain how the evidence you've selected demonstrates the idea you're supporting.
"Instinctively, I reached over to block Pita's sight with my hands, but she pushed me away and stood staring at the gore before us without so much as a single tear in her eyes" (McCall 191). This demonstrates that compared to earlier in the book, Pita isn't remaining a crybaby.
What literary device is this sentence an example of?
A horse is a very stable animal.
A pun.
Throughout Chapters 10-16, what aspects of character are revealed for Odilia?
Odilia can be described as a leader, someone who truly cares for her sisters, responsible, and principled (stays true to her beliefs).
Describe the important events that unfolded during the Garza sister's battle with the nagual.
Odilia was able to break free from the ropes. As she broke free, she spun the magical ear pendant to call on Tonantzin to help her sing the song of the cave. As the Garza sisters woke up little by little, the dead butterflies transformed into Tonantzin herself, where she intimidated the nagual to eventually fall into his own potion.
Provide an example in Chapters 10-16 that describe the theme "a person grows by facing challenges."
Find a quote that shows the sisters' growing trust in one another on page 237-238. Be sure to explain how the quote demonstrates the growing trust.
"I was surprised at how helpful and cooperative everyone was with each other. Even the twins were being polite" (McCall 238). This quote shows that due to Pita's injury, all the girls are working together to help their sister without being asked.
Identify the literary device that best fits this passage: "No longer disguised as a domesticated donkey, the nagual, dressed in a soiled black robe, was standing over a huge bubbling cauldron. His long, white hair hung from his face in a stringy disheveled mess along the sides of his lean, angular face. He moved slowly and hunched over the cauldron like he was a hundred years old" (McCall 183-184).
Imagery -> The author uses descriptive details, such as "soiled black robe," "long, white hair," "stringy disheveled mess along the sides of his lean, angular face" to describe the appearance of the nagual.
In Chapter 10, what aspects of character are revealed about Teresita?
Teresita was a seer, also known as a prophet. She can be described as patient towards the Garza sisters but also wise because of her wisdom given to the sisters.
What was the ritual that the Garza sisters needed to complete before defeating the lechuzas? (Ch. 10)
The girls had to pray the seven Padre Nuestros and seven Ave Marias while they had to tie seven perfectly spaced knots on a silk thread.
Provide an example in Chapters 10-16 that describe the theme of "family heritage/culture is an important part of your identity."
The Garza sisters constantly relied on their culture (Tonantzin, originating from Aztec lineage), or their religion when facing many obstacles (relying on prayer).
Find two quotes that reveals the Garza sister's final mission in Chapter 16, pages 274-275. Explain what the mission means as well.
Identify the literary device that's present in this quote and identify its meaning.
"The miniature storm swirled and stood before us like a charmed snake, flicking our hair into our faces, wrapping it around our necks, choking us--stealing our breaths" (McCall 210).
The "miniature storm" is being compared to "a charmed snake" to show its effect on the Garza sisters.
Throughout Chapter 15, what aspects of character are revealed about Papa?
He is selfish, self-centered, and does not truly love his daughters. He was raised spoiled by his parents as well.
Provide an objective summary for Chapters 10-16.
At the start, the Garza girls see Teresita, a prophet who gives them instructions on how to get to their Abuelita's house. The girls first encounter a nagual, disguised as a donkey, who kidnaps them. After receiving help from Tonantzin, the girls escape. Afterwards, the girls find an abandoned barn and they encounter lechuzas, who attack them viciously. The girls work together to defeat the lechuzas, who then evaporate after Odliia follows the ritual of the 7 knots and 7 prayers. Afterwards, the girls meet Checho, a chupacabra disguised as an orphan. The girls get attacked by Chencho, but show kindness to his situation. Pita's leg is infected and they finally arrive to Abuelita's house, who informs them of their father's desire to divorce their mom. Finally, the girls are able to return back, but realize they do not have any documentation. As they go to a nearby church and begin to pray, Tonantzin shows up and tells the girls to give flowers to "the mother" to remind her who she is.
Describe a theme present in Summer of the Mariposas, Chapters 1-16. Explain how the theme has been shown throughout the book so far (be sure to explain how it's been shown in the earlier chapters!)
Things are not always as they seem; Family can overcome all adversity; It's important to stay true to your values; A person grows by facing obstacles; Family heritage/culture is an important part of your identity.
Find a quote that helps develop the theme of "It's important to stay true to your values" on pages 234-236. Explain how the evidence you've selected connects to the theme you're analyzing.
"'That's right,' I said. I looked down at Pita, who was clutching her ankle, wincing. 'Remember what I told you? La Llorona said we must remain noble and kind. We should grant mercy when it is asked of us" (McCall 235-236). This quote shows Odilia remaining firm on the values La Llorona instilled in her.
List all 7 literary devices gone over in class along with their definitions.
Pun - a play on words
Simile - comparison using "like" or "as"
Metaphor - comparison without using "like" or "as"
Personification - using human-like characteristics to describe something that is not human
Verbal Irony - saying one thing but meaning another
Imagery - using descriptive details that helps paint a picture in the reader's mind
Hyperbole - an exaggeration to emphasize a point
Throughout Chapters 10-16, what aspects of characters are revealed about the 5 Garza sisters?
Odilia can be considered very responsible since she's taken the role of ensuring her sisters' safety. Juanita can be considered as fearless because she stands up for her younger sisters and protects them. Delia and Velia can be considered as spoiled because they took Mama for granted. Pita can be considered as maturing because she's slowly transitioning from a crybaby to someone who can handle more disturbing news.