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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. What do Martin and Crystal keep secret from their families?

2. What does Harley assure his grandmother?

3. What is Crystal's lie to Martin?

4. Of what does Jeannette come to the reservation full?

5. What does Charles remember of Sioux traditions?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does this novel explore?

2. How does Lydia feel about Duane?

3. What does Crystal do when she finds out Martin designs catalog covers for the Oscar H. Will Seed Co.?

4. What do the two protagonists have in common?

5. What does Red Dress tell Harley?

6. How does Herod feel about his religion?

7. What does Herod visualize about Archie's dream?

8. Why do Jeannette's students not tell stories that are personal?

9. Why does Ghost Horse marry Red Dress posthumously?

10. What is this story about?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Sioux culture and Christianity frequently intertwine or clash in this novel.

Part 1) At times the religions and cultures blend well together. When? Why?

Part 2) How do they clash in this text?

Part 3) Why do the Native Americans have a difficult time incorporating both religions and cultures together?

Essay Topic 2

Anna Thunder is the obvious antagonist in this book.

Part 1) Give examples from the text to prove this.

Part 2) How do her actions ultimately affect her relationships with others?

Part 3) Predict her life in the future. Will she continue along the same path? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Mercury/Anna uses potions to lure in men.

Part 1) Give examples from the text to prove this statement.

Part 2) Why does she feel compelled to use her powers in this way?

Part 3) How is her treatment of men similar to that of Red Dress?

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