Summer of the Mariposas

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What role does the magical earring play in the story?

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It guides the sisters through dangerous paths and assists them in their journey.

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What is the motto of the Garza sisters?

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Cinco Hermanitas, together forever!

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How does Odilia initially use the magical earring?

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She uses it to distract the toll booth attendant so he does not notice the dead man.

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Describe how the girls cross the border back to the United States.

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Odilia uses the magical earring to ask for Tonantzin’s help, and they follow a moonlit path leading up into the heavens.

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What motivates Odilia to take the dead man's body back to Mexico?

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A ghostly figure advises her to do so.

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What is the significance of the character Tonantzin in the story?

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Tonantzin represents guidance and support for the sisters during their journey.

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How does the theme of family manifest in 'Summer of the Mariposas'?

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The motto 'Cinco Hermanitas, together forever!' emphasizes the importance of family bonds and unity.

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What challenges do the sisters face during their journey?

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They encounter dangerous paths, moral dilemmas, and the supernatural.

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What does the dead man symbolize in the story?

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The dead man symbolizes unresolved issues and the burden of the past that the sisters must confront.

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How does the setting influence the story's events?

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The journey through various landscapes creates challenges and opportunities for growth for the sisters.