Summer of the Mariposas - The Departure Chapters 1-6

Front

What does Odilia tell her mother at the diner?

Back

Odilia tells Mama about the body and her sisters’ plan to go to Mexico.

Front

Who is described as disappearing like a ghostly apparition?

Back

La Llorana.

Front

What did the dead man's wife say the girls brought to their family?

Back

Peace.

Front

What event was happening when the girls pulled up to the house?

Back

Quinciera.

Front

Who recognized the dead man?

Back

His wife's grandfather.

Front

What is the significance of La Llorana in the story?

Back

La Llorana represents loss and the supernatural, often associated with mourning.

Front

What role does family play in 'Summer of the Mariposas'?

Back

Family is central to the characters' identities and decisions, influencing their actions throughout the story.

Front

How does Odilia's relationship with her mother affect her decisions?

Back

Odilia feels a sense of responsibility and pressure from her mother, which influences her choices.

Front

What themes are explored in the first six chapters of 'Summer of the Mariposas'?

Back

Themes of loss, responsibility, and the journey of self-discovery are explored.

Front

What does the quinciera symbolize in the story?

Back

The quinciera symbolizes coming of age and cultural traditions.