1. What does May observe about the tribe's children?
(a) They are quiet and shy and won't come anywhere near her.
(b) They may help bridge the gap between the two cultures.
(c) They are rude and poorly behaved.
(d) They are aloof and distant and have no interest in any of the women.

2. How does May describe the train they use to get to Fort Laramie in comparison to their transportation from Chicago?
(a) Even more spartan and uncomfortable.
(b) Somewhat more comfortable.
(c) Filthy.
(d) Luxurious.

3. What information does the blacksmith's family that houses Phemie tell about the Cheyenne?
(a) They are known for being excellent thieves when they visit the forts.
(b) They are well organized, but not particularly clean.
(c) They are considered the most handsome and cleanest of the Indian tribes, and their women most virtuous.
(d) They are very rigid and that women are not treated well.

4. What is the President's Indian Peace Plan?
(a) It involves sending the Cheyenne children to church-affiliated boarding schools.
(b) It involves coming to a peaceful agreement with the Indian leaders.
(c) It will send Indian representatives to live among white people.
(d) It will teach Indians to live like white people.

5. What are some of the smells involved with living with the Indians that make an impression on May?
(a) Wonderful smells of cooking.
(b) Smells of the horses that live so close to the people.
(c) Indescribable odors of bedding, people, and smoke.
(d) Clean smells of the laundry.