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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. Why does Mother allow Tushi to go with Ishi to the beaver den?
(a) Since Timawi is ill, Ishi will need someone else to help him.
(b) Since Ishi would not be hunting, Tushi could accompany him.
(c) Tushi has shown herself to be as successful a hunter as Ishi.
(d) Tushi has begged to go, and Mother is tired of arguing with her.

2. How does Timawi respond to Elder Uncle's suggestion that he teach Ishi about what he had done wrong?
(a) Timawi takes the request seriously and promises to be a good teacher.
(b) Timawi is refuses to help with the search or to teach Ishi.
(c) Timawi is flattered by Elder Uncle's request and agrees.
(d) Timawi is ashamed and refuses "to teach or to boast."

3. What does Ishi decide to do with the hide of the deer that he kills?
(a) To present it to Grandfather as a gift.
(b) To make a new quiver for his arrows.
(c) To give it to Tushi so that she can make a warm blanket.
(d) To give it to Mother so that she can make a new warm skirt for winter.

4. What does the girl in the arroyo never do that Ishi finds unique?
(a) She never seems to fear anything.
(b) She never asks his name or where he lives.
(c) She never speaks.
(d) She never wears shoes.

5. According to Grandmother, when did she first meet Ishi's mother?
(a) When Mother was Tushi's age.
(b) When Ishi's father brought her home as his wife.
(c) When Mother was first born.
(d) After Ishi was born.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ishi cleanse himself after visiting the places of burial and danger on his journey?

2. How do Ishi and Timawi know that they are near a herd of deer?

3. What signs of mourning is Ishi wearing when he returns to Tuliyani?

4. According to Ishi, what is the best saldu magic?

5. Why is Ishi amazed when the Stranger tells him that they will travel by train?

(see the answer key)

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