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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Moon Seasons Section 9.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What worries Ishi when he sees the saldu stop at Black Rock?
(a) He is concerned they are going in the direction of Tuliyani.
(b) He is afraid that they might be able to see him up on top of Black Rock.
(c) He remembers that he set a trap line there, and they might discover the Yahi if they find it.
(d) He is worried that they will hunt too many deer and leave none for his family.
2. According to Elder Uncle, why is a bow better than a trap?
(a) "The bow is a man's weapon; the trap is a woman's."
(b) "The arrow kills; a trap may cause only fear and pain."
(c) "The hunter controls the arrow; the prey controls the trap."
(d) "The gods bless a well-made bow."
3. What concern does Mother express about Elder Uncle's decision to have Ishi sleep in the men's house?
(a) She says that she needs Ishi's help in the women's house.
(b) She is worried for her safety and the safety of the other women.
(c) She does not think Ishi should stay awake all night like the men do.
(d) She is worried that Ishi will hear stories that will frighten him.
4. What detail does Grandmother add to the end of Grandfather's story about Jikula and Ahalamila?
(a) The son of Ahalamila, Topuna, avenged his father's death.
(b) The Yahi women are responsible for ensuring that the men remain peaceful.
(c) Jikula felt remorseful and sought out forgiveness from Ahalamila's mother.
(d) Ahalamila's mother forgave Jikula and brought peace to the Yahi.
5. What do the women do while the men hunt for deer?
(a) They dig for roots.
(b) They plant seeds for their garden.
(c) They clean the house.
(d) They weave rugs and baskets.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does Ishi not like the Green Cave?
2. Why do Ishi and Timawi choose not to chop the branch off the tree?
3. According to Elder Uncle's story, why did Ishi's father kill the saldu who had come to their village?
4. Why does Ishi release the rabbit that he catches while he is out collecting lichen?
5. From what kind of tree does Ishi cut the branch for his bow?
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