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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. Who informs Dalva he or she knows Duane is the father of Dalva's son?

2. Who offers to repair the corral at the hunting cabin?

3. Who does Dalva learn is willing to meet her?

4. Who shoots guns into the air when Northridge passes by?

5. How does Michael apologize to Dalva while in the hospital?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Michael in the hospital?

2. What happens when Northridge runs into a Cavalry group?

3. What happens when Michael mentions Duane to Dalva?

4. How does Dalva find herself at peace over the unfairness of the world?

5. What history does Michael learn about Northridge when going back to work?

6. Discuss the months missing from Northridge's journal.

7. Discuss Northridge's discovery of Crazy Horse's daughter.

8. How does Michael seduce Karen?

9. What does Michael realize about his life?

10. What does Northridge discover about the government's plans for the Sioux?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Flashbacks are used in the novel. Discuss the role of flashbacks and the positive and negative influence they have.

Essay Topic 2

Foreshadowing plays a role in the novel when following past and present version of the story. What is the role of foreshadowing in the novel? What are the positive and negative aspects of this writing style?

Essay Topic 3

Decide who you believe to be the protagonist and the antagonist in the story. Explain why you chose these characters. What classifies these characters as being a protagonist and antagonist? What are the results of having a protagonist and an antagonist in the story?

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