When the Legends Die | Short Answer Test Questions

Short Answer Questions

Directions: Answer each question with the appropriate short response.

Short Answer Questions - Introduction Poem | Part 1, Chapter 1

1. What does the introductory poem summarize?

2. The main character, a Ute boy, first learns the Indian legends, keeps them alive, and then lives with white men. What happens to him, ultimately?

3. Twisted in spirit by first learning as a boy, then in young adulthood trying to kill memories and old influences, what happens to Tom?

4. Who has George Black Bull killed?

5. What is George Bull's demeanor when he arrives at the house following the fight?

6. What is Bessie's response to the situation her man has gotten into?

Short Answer Questions - Part 1, Chapter 2 | Part 1, Chapter 3

1. What is the white man's idea of how the...
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