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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 5-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when White Man's Dog tries to talk to Fast Horse about the possibility that Cold Maker could be holding Yellow Kidney until Fast Horse fulfills his vow?
(a) Cold Maker appears and tells White Man's Dog to mind his own dreams.
(b) Fast Horse thinks this is possible and promises to find a way to fulfill his vow.
(c) Fast Horse becomes angry.
(d) Fast Horse shows remorse.

2. Who becomes Mik-api's apprentice in Chapter 6?
(a) White Man's Dog.
(b) Heavy Shield Woman.
(c) Fast Horse.
(d) Yellow Kidney.

3. What new name does White Man's Dog receive after receiving war honors from his participation in a horse raid?
(a) Napikwans
(b) Fast Horse.
(c) Fools Crow.
(d) Man-Who-Kills-Chief.

4. In Part 1, Chapters 1 and 2, what theme is being introduced through the encroachment of the Napikwans, the development of the characters, and is further emphasized through the point of view of Rides-at-the Door?
(a) The theme of "nature versus nurture."
(b) The theme of "boys will be boys."
(c) The theme of "loss and change."
(d) The theme of "love and dreams."

5. Who does White Man's Dog daydream about that makes him feel shame?
(a) His best friend's sweetheart.
(b) His father's first wife.
(c) His father's second wife.
(d) His father's third wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Fast Horse vow to do to appease Cold Maker, whom they have offended?

2. In Chapters 5 and 6, which of the following is NOT something the author has revealed to the reader about the Pikunis culture?

3. What is it about White Man's Dog that Yellow Kidney likes in spite of his unlucky reputation?

4. Why can't White Man's Dog tell about Fast Horse's dream and vow as he would like?

5. Which of the Pikunis go into the heart of the Crow camp?

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