Exploring Chapter 11 of Summer of the Mariposas

The story follows a group of girls on a journey to Hacienda Dorada. They receive a map and provisions from an old couple. Along the way, they encounter a seemingly lame donkey, which one of the girls believes can talk. Despite warnings, they decide to use the donkey and its wagon to travel. As they journey, they reflect on their situation and the simplicity of life. Eventually, they reach a cave where the donkey reveals its true nature as a warlock, leading to a dangerous situation.

What did Teresita's husband provide to help the girls on their journey?

• A compass

• A sketchy map

• A flashlight

• A pair of binoculars

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What was the main provision given to the girls by Teresita?

• A dozen hard-boiled eggs

• A loaf of bread

• A jar of honey

• A bag of apples

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How did the girls first react to seeing the donkey?

• They immediately knew it was dangerous

• They ignored it

• They were excited and curious

• They were scared and ran away

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What did Pita believe about the donkey?

• It was a normal donkey

• It was a magical creature

• It was a dangerous animal

• It was a lost pet

Why did Odelia remain suspicious of the donkey?

• It seemed to understand them

• It looked too healthy

• It was moving too slowly

• It had a strange mark on its leg

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What did the girls do to celebrate their good fortune while traveling in the wagon?

• They ate their provisions

• They took a nap

• They sang songs

• They played games

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What did the donkey do that made Odelia more suspicious?

• It ran away

• It started talking

• It refused to move

• It led them to a cave

What did Odelia try to remember as she ran after the wagon?

• The way back home

• The names of her sisters

• The song to ward off the warlock

• The map directions

What did the donkey transform into?

• A wolf

• A bird

• A human

• A dragon

What was the last thing the girls saw before passing out?

• Each other's faces

• The setting sun

• The warlock's regretful eyes

• The cave entrance

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