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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Two, Invisible Fathers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter Two, the center of the old Sioux society is tiyospaye. What is tiyospaye?
(a) Extended family group.
(b) Progress.
(c) Ghost Dancing.
(d) Traditionalism.

2. In Chapter One, what procedure is discussed that was commonly performed on Indian women without their permission?
(a) Tonsillectomy.
(b) Appendectomy.
(c) Oral surgery.
(d) Hysterectomy.

3. What training does Mary's mother receive for her job?
(a) Teacher training.
(b) Nurse training.
(c) Government worker training.
(d) Business school training.

4. In the old days, where do the heads of households keep ration cards?
(a) In their pocket.
(b) A beaded pouch around the neck.
(c) In a place of honor in the home.
(d) The heads of households had no ration cards.

5. How many kids are in Mary's family?
(a) Five.
(b) Seven.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Mary, what family has no shortage of legends?

2. In Chapter Two, what does Mary's family make tea from?

3. What is an iyeska?

4. There are two major divisions among the Sioux. What are they?

5. What tribe does Mary belong to?

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