Summer of the Mariposas: A Journey of Transformation

How has Pita changed by the end of chapter 12?

In "Summer of the Mariposas," Pita was able to convince Hacienda Dorada that she can communicate with the donkey. What happens at the end of Chapter 12 of the story?

Answer:

The girls encounter a donkey pulling a cart as they make their way to Hacienda Dorada. Pita is certain she can speak to the donkey. To conserve their strength, Juanita and the twins insist on riding the donkey.

As the story progresses, Odilia concurs since the donkey seems innocent. Without iPods or cars, Juanita remarks on how tranquil life is, and Odilia thinks, "This is how our forefathers must have felt." The donkey asks the girls whether they would like to pause for some water and relax through Pita. Odilia's sister is riding in the donkey's cart as it veers off the path. He pauses at the opening of a tiny cave.

This moment signifies a transformation in Pita where she starts to believe in her abilities to communicate with animals. It also highlights the bond that the girls share with each other and with the world around them. The encounter with the donkey serves as a metaphor for embracing the unknown and trusting in the journey ahead.