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Questions and Answers
What happens to Papa?
What happens to Papa?
He died
What happens when MarÃa enrolled in university?
What happens when MarÃa enrolled in university?
- Joins a student organization
- Graduates with honors
- Must pledge loyalty to Trujillo (correct)
- Becomes a top student
Who does Minerva meet?
Who does Minerva meet?
Manolo who is studying law and five years younger than Minerva. Minerva gets married to Manolo and has a baby named Minou
What award does MarÃa Theresa receive?
What award does MarÃa Theresa receive?
What happens with a man named GalÃndez?
What happens with a man named GalÃndez?
What happens at Minerva's graduation?
What happens at Minerva's graduation?
What does Minerva discover about Manolo?
What does Minerva discover about Manolo?
What have Minerva and Manolo been a part of?
What have Minerva and Manolo been a part of?
What does MarÃa do when she discovers the group?
What does MarÃa do when she discovers the group?
Who does MarÃa meet?
Who does MarÃa meet?
Study Notes
Events Surrounding the Characters
- Papa dies, marking a significant emotional loss for the family.
- MarÃa is required to pledge loyalty to Trujillo to enroll in university, reflecting the political pressures of the time.
- Minerva meets Manolo, a law student five years her junior; they eventually marry and have a daughter named Minou.
Significant Achievements and Recognition
- MarÃa Theresa is honored with the title of Mrs. University, showcasing her prominence within the university community.
Political Intrigues
- GalÃndez, a man critical of the regime, is targeted by El Jefe after it is revealed he is writing an anti-government book; a reward is offered for his capture.
Education and Opportunities
- Minerva graduates with a law degree, but is barred from practicing, emphasizing the limitations placed on women and dissenters under Trujillo's regime.
Personal Discoveries and Relationships
- Minerva learns that Manolo has been unfaithful, straining their relationship amidst their political activism.
- Both Minerva and Manolo are involved in an underground movement opposing Trujillo, highlighting their commitment to political change.
Joining the Resistance
- Upon discovering the underground group that Minerva and Manolo belong to, MarÃa expresses a desire to join, indicating her growing political awareness.
New Relationships
- MarÃa meets Leandro Guzman Rodriguez, known in the underground as Palomino; they plan to marry on February 14, 1958, indicating her commitment to both personal and political endeavors.
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Description
Explore the key events and character developments from 'In the Time of the Butterflies'. This quiz covers the emotional, political, and social challenges faced by the characters amid Trujillo's regime, highlighting their achievements, struggles, and relationships. Test your understanding of the significant moments that shape their lives in this powerful narrative.
