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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through To the Edge of the World Section 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Elder Uncle's story, why did Ishi's father kill the saldu who had come to their village?
(a) The saldu had killed and scalped a man from a neighboring village.
(b) The saldu had shot a hole through the men's house.
(c) The saldu had threatened Ishi's mother.
(d) The saldu had stolen food from the village.

2. Why does Ishi not tell Elder Uncle or Mother about his visits to Black Rock?
(a) If he tells them, they will want to go with him.
(b) Ishi is afraid that they would make fun of him.
(c) They have told him repeatedly not to go there.
(d) He knows they would worry, and they already have enough to worry about.

3. 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 hunter controls the arrow; the prey controls the trap."
(c) "The gods bless a well-made bow."
(d) "The arrow kills; a trap may cause only fear and pain."

4. What returns to Ishi after he discovers Lookout Point?
(a) His ability to carve a strong bow.
(b) His memories of his father.
(c) His Dream.
(d) His confidence as a hunter.

5. Why does Timawi carry the elk antlers on his head?
(a) Ishi had asked him to do this as a signal that the hunt had been successful.
(b) It is a Yahi tradition that gives thanks to the gods.
(c) The antlers are so heavy that he rests them on top of his own head.
(d) He wants to trick Ishi into thinking that an elk is approaching.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Majapa agree to start their journey in Gahma?

2. Why is Ishi concerned about Grandmother and Grandfather?

3. What observation does Ishi make about saldu greetings?

4. What is Ishi's reward for constructing a superb bow?

5. What does Elder Uncle tell Ishi to seek when he leaves Tuliyani?

(see the answer key)

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