Exploring Chapters 1-4 of Mariposas

What is the main setting introduced in the first chapter?

• A bustling city with skyscrapers and busy streets.

• A tranquil beach with clear blue waters.

• An ancient castle on a hilltop overlooking a valley.

• A small, isolated village surrounded by dense forests and mountains.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Who are the primary characters introduced in the first four chapters?

• Protagonist, close friend, antagonist/mentor

• Heroine, mentor, villain

• Narrator, love interest, side character

• Rival, sidekick, bystander

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

What significant event occurs that sets the story in motion?

• A significant event disrupts the status quo.

• A character receives a letter.

• A new character arrives in the village.

• A festival is celebrated in the town.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How do the characters' relationships evolve in these chapters?

• The characters' relationships evolve from conflict to deeper trust and understanding.

• The relationships shift from trust to betrayal and misunderstanding.

• The characters' relationships remain static throughout the chapters.

• The characters become more antagonistic and distant from each other.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What themes of family and identity are explored in the early chapters?

• Family and identity are only mentioned in passing without depth.

• The focus is solely on external conflicts, not family dynamics.

• The themes of family and identity are explored through familial dynamics and the struggle for personal identity.

• The themes of family and identity are ignored in the early chapters.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Describe the significance of the title 'Summer of the Mariposas'.

• The title refers to a specific historical event in summer.

• The title indicates a focus on winter themes and cold weather.

• The title symbolizes a type of butterfly that is not relevant to the story.

• The title represents a transformative journey of growth and identity for the characters during a significant summer.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What challenges do the characters face in the first four chapters?

• The characters experience a lack of communication and misunderstandings.

• The characters face financial difficulties and job loss.

• The characters face personal conflicts, external threats, and adaptation struggles.

• The characters deal with environmental disasters and natural calamities.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the author use imagery to enhance the narrative?

• Imagery is used solely for decorative purposes without any impact on the story.

• The author uses imagery to create vivid mental pictures that enhance emotional engagement and immersion in the narrative.

• The author avoids using imagery to keep the narrative straightforward.

• The author uses imagery to confuse the reader and detract from the narrative.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What role does culture play in the characters' experiences?

• Culture plays a crucial role in shaping characters' identities and experiences.

• Culture only affects the setting, not the characters.

• Culture has no impact on characters' experiences.

• Characters' experiences are solely determined by their personal choices.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Identify a key symbol introduced in these chapters and its meaning.

• The broken mirror symbolizes fractured identity and self-perception.

• A closed door indicating missed chances.

• A blooming flower symbolizing hope and renewal.

• A shattered vase representing lost opportunities.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2