La Catrina Episodes 1-7 Flashcards

Episode 1: La aventura comienza

• Jamie prepares for her summer trip to Querétaro, Mexico, to improve her Spanish and explore her great grandmother's history.
• Her great grandmother, known as "La Catrina," mysteriously disappeared before the Mexican Revolution.
• Jamie and her classmate Felipe travel to Mexico City and then take a train to Querétaro.
• A mix-up occurs with Jamie's host family, who mistakenly believe she is a boy named Jamie.
• Santana, a new character, shows interest in Jamie and Felipe's conversation on the train.

Episode 2: En casa de los Navarro

• Jamie arrives at the Navarro family home, where plans change due to the mix-up about her gender.
• Sra. Navarro considers finding alternative accommodations for Jamie with Berta Linares.
• Jamie visits Tecnológico de Monterrey with María Linares, where they discuss classes and activities.
• Santana updates Demetrio Alcocer about Jamie's interest in her great grandmother.
• Don Silvestre Aguilar, a congressional candidate, becomes aware that Jamie is in Querétaro.

Episode 3: Un Mensaje misterioso

• At the Navarro's restaurant, Jamie tries traditional chilaquiles, and a fax arrives that Sr. Navarro ignores.
• Jamie and Carlos discover a drawing of La Catrina in an antique shop, shocking Jamie with its resemblance to her great grandmother.
• Jamie is advised to visit Biblioteca Central for more information, but it is closed on Sundays.
• Don Silvestre, concerned about Jamie’s presence, discusses her potential threat to his political campaign.

Episode 4: En Busca de La Catrina

• Demetrio informs Silvestre about his obligations regarding La Catrina's will, leading to Silvestre threatening him.
• Jamie seeks Demetrio's help at the library, providing him with information about her great grandmother.
• Demetrio is hesitant to assist due to Silvestre's threats, asking Jamie to return later.
• At school, Jamie and María invite Felipe swimming, and romantic tensions begin to develop between María and Felipe.

Episode 5: La Historia de La Catrina

• Sr. Navarro’s insistence on Carlos working at the restaurant disrupts his social plans.
• Carlos’ environmental activism conflicts with his father’s business priorities.
• At a party for exchange students, Jamie discovers she has captivated Carlos’ interest.
• Carlos delivers a fax to Jamie containing crucial information about La Catrina being a brave woman who aided the poor and was ultimately betrayed.

Episode 6: Peligro en la Hacienda la Jacaranda

• Felipe, María, and Susana enjoy a night out, showcasing Felipe's surprising dancing abilities.
• Carlos receives a letter from a mother expressing concerns about contaminated produce from Hacienda la Jacaranda.
• Carlos learns that workers fear reporting issues related to Don Silvestre due to his influence.
• Silvia explains the workers' past attempts to gain help, indicating systemic challenges they face.

Episode 7: En Busca de Evidencia

• Carlos invites Jamie to the market to investigate the letter about pesticide use at Hacienda la Jacaranda.
• Jamie learns the corn she's buying is sourced from the contaminated hacienda.
• They plan to test the corn with Carlos' former biology teacher, Profesora Maldonado.
• Investigating at the health department reveals multiple complaints against La Jacaranda, associating Jamie's great grandmother with its ownership.

Explore the first seven episodes of 'La Catrina' through this engaging flashcard quiz. Each card summarizes key events and characters, helping you grasp the storyline of Jamie's adventures in México, as she uncovers her family's history. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their understanding of the series and enhance their Spanish skills.