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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 planted trees and fruits to create orchards?

2. With what does Dalva find herself tired of involving Michael?

3. Who was awed, seeing a buffalo herd?

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

5. Who witnesses a man shoot another man over a dog they both wanted for dinner when they were starving?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Discuss Karen's second visit to see Michael.

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

4. Discuss the meeting between Dalva and her son's adoptive mother.

5. What happens when Michael mentions Duane to Dalva?

6. What does Northridge write about involving the Sioux's freedom?

7. What happens to Michael when he leaves the hospital?

8. How do Dalva and Sam meet?

9. Discuss the attack against Michael at the horse sale.

10. Discuss Northridge's journal entry after five years of being a missionary.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The history of the Sioux Indians is discussed in the novel. What type of history does the novel give about the Indians and what are the effects of this?

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Dalva's relationship with men with that of Ruth's relationships with men. What role do their relationships have in the novel?

Essay Topic 3

Heartache is a strong foil in the story. How does heartache prove to be a foil and what are the consequences of this foil?

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