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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 sets Bettie's broken arm?

2. Who buys Mary during the slave auction?

3. Where are Will and Johnny Draper during the Shawnee Indians' attack?

4. What is Mary's infant daughter's name?

5. Who invites Mary to move into his home?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Mary appalled by the thought that the Chief is "beauteous?"

2. How do Mary's beliefs about Indians keep her safe throughout her experience living in Indian territory?

3. Why does Mary think the little group of captives should keep as much dignity as possible?

4. Why does Mary's laughter at the Chief's joking about birth anger Bettie?

5. Why doesn't Will help protect his family when the Indians attack?

6. Why doesn't Mary scream out during the delivery of her baby?

7. Describe Mary's and Ghetel's first day away from the Indians.

8. Why is Ghetel's insatiable appetite problematic for Mary?

9. How are Mary's preconceived notions about the Indians challenged by her actual experiences with them?

10. Why does Bettie Draper run directly to Mary's house when the Shawnee Indians attack in Chapter 1?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the symbolism of Mary allowing Otter Girl to rear her daughter.

Essay Topic 2

When the Shawnee Indians attack Draper's Meadown, Bettie Draper doesn't flee to safety, but runs to Mary's house. Explain why Mary is a symbol of safety and leadership throughout Follow the River.

Essay Topic 3

Why does Will Ingles feel ashamed when the Shawnee Indians capture his family? Explain why he is both conflicted and encouraged by this act.

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