Review of Macie Patterson Chapters 1-4

These flashcards cover key characters, events, and themes from Chapters 1-4 of Macie Patterson's story.

Who is the narrator of the Mirabal sisters' story?

Dede is the only sister left to tell the Mirabal sisters' story.

What realization does Minerva have about freedom?

Minerva realizes that when she was free, she had just entered a bigger cage.

What does Minerva's situation with beds reflect?

It shows her compassion and forgiveness.

What happens during the skit performed by the sisters?

They perform a skit about a time when they were free in front of Trujillo.

What metaphor is used to describe people lying about Trujillo?

The moths represent people lying about Trujillo, and when they tell the truth, they are killed.

What does Maria Teresa feel about being in boarding school?

She expresses her dislike of boarding school because she is so young.

What is Patria's 'pearl' in the story?

Her belief in God, which sometimes wanes.

What significant event does Patria attend on Holy Thursday?

She meets Pedrito by washing his feet.

What does Dede do when she gets tired of being the only sister left?

She tells Fela to leave but ends up furious over Fela setting up an altar for Minerva.

What are Jaimito and Virgilio's relationship?

They began to get along and became friends.

What does Minerva discover about her father's actions?

She discovers the letters from Lio and her father's affair with four girls.

What warning does Minerva's sister, Dede, give her at the party?

Dede advises Minerva not to drink anything she is given.

What does Minerva promise to her sisters regarding their education?

She promises to get the girls in school.

What does Maria Teresa say she hates about men?

She hates men's actions, not men themselves.

What critical event happens after Papa's death?

The family writes a letter to Trujillo pledging their loyalty.

What dream does Maria Teresa frequently have?

She dreams of opening a casket and seeing a wedding dress and a face of a man who betrayed her.

How does Mate feel about the revolution compared to Minerva?

Mate agrees with Minerva's ideas but does not act on them.