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Guadalupe Garcia McCallA modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
“You can drive us into Mexico, but not before that.”
Juanita’s insistence on driving during the sisters’ big escape highlights the power struggle between her and Odilia as the two oldest sisters. However, Juanita’s stubbornness and aggression show that she is not yet quite the leader she hopes to be.
“It was just easier to let my sisters think they’d won.”
Odilia’s resignation at her sisters’ antics reveals the motherly role she takes in their lives. Instead of pushing to have her way for the sake of ego, she decides to be complacent with their wishes for the sake of group harmony. The quote also shows her wisdom and understanding that her sisters’ plan will eventually require her insight.
“To my surprise, I felt the weight of an ear pendant on my right ear even before I reached up and touched it.”
Even though Odilia spoke to the ghost of La Llorona in person, she does not quite believe in the spirit’s magic until she feels the second ear pendant bestowed upon her. At that point, she decides to take La Llorona’s advice and follow the adventure through to the end.
By Guadalupe Garcia McCall
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