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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mr. Rutledge assure Jonnie?

2. What causes Jim to fear the Indians might retaliate against the settlers for his stealing the horse?

3. What does being "called out" sometimes include?

4. Why does Daniel become unhappy with Jim?

5. Why does Sally keep the braids?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Jim cut off his braids in the final chapter?

2. What does Mr. Rutledge mean when he says Jim is struggling to find himself?

3. How has Sally's attitude changed towards Jim since she first reunited with him?

4. Why does Jim have Daniel follow him into cold water?

5. How does Jim change after returning the horse?

6. What does Jonnie do when Jim starts shirking his chores in chapter 10?

7. Compare Jim's view of stealing the horse with the view of the other men.

8. Why do you think Jim left with Tom in chapter 16?

9. In chapter 17, what does Jim realize about the future of the region?

10. Why do you think Jim goes on his wild ride?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Running away is a theme woven throughout "Moccasin Trail". Discuss three examples of a character running away. Explain reasons and consequences for each example.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss Jim's relationships with each of these characters: Jonnie, Sally and Daniel.

Essay Topic 3

The main characters in "Moccasin Trail" have to make many adaptations. Discuss environmental, cultural, and familial adaptations Jim, Sally, Jonnie and Daniel must make.

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