Summer of the Mariposas Chapter 3 Extensions

Grade 7•45 minutes•RL.8.6: Analyze how differences in the points of view of the characters and the audience or reader (e.g., created through the use of dramatic irony) create such effects as suspense or humor

Learning Objective

I can evaluate how the narrative perspective in Chapter 3 of "Summer of the Mariposas" influences my understanding of the sisters' journey and the challenges they face.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Describe Odilia's initial reaction to seeing the two boys running towards the river. How does her perspective influence your understanding of the urgency of the situation?

2. How does Odilia's perception of La Llorona change throughout their conversation? Provide specific examples from the text to support your answer.

3. Explain how Odilia's internal thoughts and feelings, as narrated in the chapter, contribute to the reader's understanding of her internal conflict about whether or not to help La Llorona.

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Chapter 3 Summer of the Mariposas

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