Courage

Ah at last, the final chapter of the book is over with! In my opinion, Chapter 12 of In the Time of the Butterflies was really one of the most captivating ones I've read due to the courageous acts the sisters commit, especially Dede. When Dede and Minerva are on their way to Monte Cristi, the police pull them over and tell them to identify themselves. Then, unexpectedly, Dede says "I'm Minerva" (Alvarez 278). This event alone is one of the most courageous things she has done yet. Dede puts herself in danger by lying to the police to protect her sister. Dede is usually the one who is obedient to the law and tries to stay out of trouble but this changes when it comes to the danger of a family member. Through this, Alvarez shows that courage is sacrificing yourself for the benefit of others.

I chose this GIF because it is similar to the situation going on in the book. Katniss Everdeen puts herself in danger for her sister just like Dede did with Minerva