How is Odilia similar to Odysseus?
A Both are leaders of a group of travelers on a long, difficult journey.
B Both are focused on reaching their destination as quickly as possible.
C Both have left their homes in search of adventure.
D Both have faced terrible suffering in battle.
What shared theme is supported by the last paragraph of both stories?
A Appearances can be deceiving.
B Good hospitality is important.
C Achieving a goal requires focus.
D Clever people can help friends out of difficult situations.
Citing at least three specific story events or character types from the text, write about how the excerpt from Summer of the Mariposas could be considered a modern retelling of the Odysseus myth.
