Exploring Chapter 4 of Summer of the Mariposas

What did the narrator replace the cubic zirconia stud with?

• A gold hoop

• A diamond earring

• La Yorona's elaborate ear pendant

• A silver ring

Why did the narrator not want to lose the cubic zirconia studs?

• They were magical

• They were a birthday gift from Ama

• They were the only earrings she had

• They were very expensive

What did Juanita ask the narrator when she saw the ear pendant?

• Can I try it on?

• Is it magical?

• Where did you get that?

• Can I have it?

What was Delia's apron contraption filled with?

• Tools and gadgets

• Food and drinks

• Medical kit, makeup, perfume, scissors, batteries, candles

• Books and papers

What did the group use to make the dead man look like he was sleeping?

• A blanket

• A hat

• A scarf

• A pillow

How did the narrator distract the tollbooth attendant?

• By showing him a magic trick

• By spinning the ear pendant and asking for magical assistance

• By telling him a story

• By giving him money

What did the Mexican customs officer do when he saw the girls?

• He immediately let them pass

• He looked at them and licked his lips

• He called for backup

• He asked them a lot of questions

What lie did the girls tell the Mexican customs officer?

• They were visiting their grandmother in Chihuahua

• They were going to a concert

• They were going to a wedding

• They were on a school trip

What did the girls do when they saw the old church?

• They ignored it

• They took a picture

• They crossed themselves

• They stopped to pray

What did the narrator suggest the girls do before continuing their journey?

• Go back home

• Pray in the church

• Get some food

• Call their mother