Summer of the Mariposas Chapters 7-11 Flashcard

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Why does Odilia use her earring for the second time in Chapter 7?

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The dead man's family was asking questions, and she wanted them to stop.

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Odilia discovers mind blowing news when she picks up the newspaper at the end of chapter 7. What news did she discover?

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The girls are seen as missing and the FBI is looking for them.

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What does the term "blood money" most likely mean?

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Money that was obtained through some sort of crime.

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Cecelia is alluded to as a what from Greek mythology?

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Siren and Circe

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Which quote shows Cecelia's true character? “'Now look what you’ve done!' Cecilia’s voice suddenly changed. It was no longer sweet and melodic but menacing and intimidating" (McCall 9/151)., “To be sure' La Llorona whispered, turning to look at me. 'Its sweetness comes from the seeds at the heart of the chinchontle plant" (McCall 9/145)., "It was like something out of a storybook, like Hansel and Gretel finding the gingerbread house in the woods" (McCall 9/146)., "My stomach was aching dully, and my head felt like it was wrapped in layers and layers of gauze" (McCall 9/142).

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“'Now look what you’ve done!' Cecilia’s voice suddenly changed. It was no longer sweet and melodic but menacing and intimidating" (McCall 9/151).

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What does Llorona give Odilia to quell the effects of Cecelia's food?

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She gives her a curing liquid/juice to drink.

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What do we discover about Cecelia?

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She is cursed.

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Which best describes Odilia’s feelings about the donkey?

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It reminds her of Teresita’s warnings and she is not sure they should trust it.

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What happens after the donkey finally stops?

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The donkey begins to speak and Odilia realizes it is the sorcerer they were warned about.

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In chapter 9, how do Odilia’s sisters react when she makes them drink the jojotle juice and tells them the truth about Cecilia?

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They are unhappy with the juice’s effects but agree to her plan.