2. After writing his story, Saul is disappointed that he is not what, as he expected he would be?
(a) Allowed to leave.
(b) Drunk.
(c) Sober.
(d) Healed.

3. What does Ervin tell Saul Ojibways are? .
(a) The hungriest.
(b) The best storytellers.
(c) The smartest men.
(d) The funniest people.

4. What does Saul let himself do after Shabogeesick leaves and his family stays singing?
(a) Scream.
(b) Play hockey.
(c) Drink.
(d) Mourn.

5. What does Saul find calms his rage in Chapter 44?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Meditation.
(c) Alcohol.
(d) Drugs.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Saul have the cab drop him off in Chapter 49?

2. Where was Saul taken to after having a seizure on a sidewalk in Winnipeg?

3. What does Saul recall Father Leboutilier doing to him both on the rink and in his bed at night?

4. Where is the logging camp Saul is sent to in Chapter 41?

5. Who does Saul tell Virgil about of the first time just prior to going to Marlboro?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the conversation between Saul and Shabogeesick when he sees him in Gods Lake in Chapter 51?

2. How does Saul’s relationship with alcohol begin?

3. Who are Patrick and Elissa Sheehan?

4. In what way does Saul feel Ervin is an angel?

5. What do Saul and the Kellys discuss when Saul returns to Manitouwadge after leaving the New Dawn Centre?

6. As on the ice, Saul does not retaliate against his coworkers at the logging camp in Nagagami Lake until he is pushed to the edge. Describe this moment.

7. Despite the rough treatment, the name calling, and getting spit on why does Saul choose not to fight back?

8. In what ways are Saul’s Marlboro teammates different from Saul?

9. What happens when the Moose get on the ice to play Kapuskasing in Chapter 30?

10. How does Virgil feel about Saul returning to Manitouwadge after leaving the Marlboros?

(see the answer keys)

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