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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. What does David make for Jen to help her keep up with her schoolwork?

2. The coracle is made of __________.

3. What does Peter listen for when he gets lonely?

4. Why is Peter so angry with Jen when she decides to stay?

5. David compliments Gwylam on ___________.

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Peter jealous of Jen at the beginning of the book?

2. Why does Jen want to take Becky to see Dr. Rhys?

3. After being put in a panic by Peter, what wakes the family up during the night?

4. What does Peter see in his first vision?

5. What causes Peter to fall behind in school?

6. What does Mr. Evans say that makes Jen uncomfortable?

7. What does Peter do that causes his family to panic?

8. What does Becky pester Jen about during the Christmas preparations?

9. What angers Rhian when she runs to find the men in the woods?

10. What is strange about the place where the group takes shelter on their second hike with Jen?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Diversity was a major theme in this book as many different lifestyles and ranks in society were involved. How was this theme shown in this book, and why do you think the author felt it was so important?

Essay Topic 2

Belonging and security were two themes present in this book. Where did these themes appear, and which characters were most motivated by them?

Essay Topic 3

Why was the wolf hunt included in the book? What did this add to the plot?

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