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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does everyone react when Ayla first brings her kills back to the cave?

2. Why does Creb want Brun to reconsider his decision?

3. Why does Ayla thank Brun?

4. What is Iza's final wish to the spirits before she dies?

5. What kind of medicine does Iza suggest to Ayla?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay exploring Broud's character.

Part 1) Identify three characteristics that define Broud's character. Use examples from the text to illustrate these characteristics.

Part 2) How does Broud attempt to control Ayla?

Part 3) What are the effects of Broud's failure to control Ayla?

Essay Topic 2

The differences between the Others and the clan are an important theme of the novel.

Part 1) How do these differences influence the story?

Part 2) How do the clan members perceive Ayla? How does being around them influence her perception of herself?

Part 3) What do the Others symbolize to the clan? Be sure to cite examples from the novel.

Essay Topic 3

When Ayla is cursed with death, Brun gives a eulogy for her stating she has more courage, determination, and self-control than Broud. On all of the following, use examples from the text.

Part 1) How is Ayla more courageous than Broud?

Part 2) How is Ayla more determined than Broud?

Part 3) How does Ayla have more self-control than Broud?

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