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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. According to Chapter 4, what was central to life for a Sioux male?

2. Ohio's population in the 1800s is called a young population by the author. Why?

3. In 1854, who led four Brules in seeking revenge for Conquering Bear's death?

4. In Chapter 2, the author writes that Americans worked so much that work became ____________.

5. What nickname did Crazy Horse go by as a child?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 11, why does the author describe Custer as a romantic?

2. In what ways did Custer and Crazy Horse stand out in a crowd?

3. In Chapter 3, why was Curly encouraged to look up to young warriors? In what way did he not?

4. Chapter 2 speaks of the 19th century attitude of "getting rid of it." What does this refer to?

5. What did De Crevecoeur have in mind when he wrote, "The American is a new man who acts on new principles"?

6. According to the author, what led Curly to seek a vision in Chapter 4?

7. Explain Crazy Horse's religion.

8. How are Crazy Horse and Custer viewed during their late teens?

9. What religion did the Custer family practice, and where did they worship?

10. What were the results of Custer's leadership on the Wilderness campaign of May, 1864?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

After arriving in Kansas, Custer seems almost desperate to have Libbie with him, regardless of the danger from Indians. His anxiety is described as "nearly too much for him to bear." Once she arrives, "Custer's spirits began to revive." Analyze Custer's actions. Why does he act with such desperation.

Essay Topic 2

Based on Part I only, compare and contrast Crazy Horse and Custer. In your opinion, does the author have enough similarities between these two men for any interesting analysis of their lives?

Essay Topic 3

Choose the man, Crazy Horse or Custer, whom you most admire most after reading this book.Write an essay on why you admire this man, providing facts from the book to support your position.

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