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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 wraps Mary in something in Chapter 31?

2. Where is the Harmon family when they hear a human whispering?

3. Why doesn't Mary go on without her when Ghetel goes back for the horse?

4. What happens to Mary's dress during her scuffle with Ghetel?

5. What does Mary catch Ghetel eating the day after their scuffle?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain why the Harmon men cry at Mary's condition instead of being repulsed by her.

2. How was Ghetel's attack on Mary foreshadowed in a previous chapter?

3. Explain why Mary doesn't care that the cabin she approaches in Chapter 28 may be home to Indians.

4. Why is the loss of the tomahawk significant to Mary and Ghetel?

5. Describe Ghetel's state of mind when she threatens to eat Mary in Chapter 23.

6. Why does Mary complain that walking with Ghetel is a huge burden?

7. How does Mary approach the Harmon men?

8. Why does Mary struggle to remain dedicated to getting home on her own without Ghetel?

9. Why does Mary say her hunger is worse after she eats the second turnip?

10. What one impulsive act does Ghetel's massive hunger cause her to do?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Historical facts and myths about Native Americans are incorporated throughout Follow the River. Using examples from the text, explain how Mary Ingles' beliefs about the Shawnees both help and hinder her survival.

Essay Topic 2

Interpret the meaning of the tomahawk in Mary's and Ghetel's journey toward civilization.

Essay Topic 3

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

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