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1. What domains are ascribed to the deity Tane in the novel?

In the novel, the domains ascribed to the deity Tane are forests, peace, beauty, and craft.

2. Why does Ina tell Hariti the story of Ta’aroa?

Ina tells Hariti the story of Ta’aroa because it speaks well to the girl’s needs, against her anxiety.

3. Why does Ina pray in Tahitian?

Ina prays in Tahitian because French and English are ill fits for her prayers and she does not know enough of the local language to pray well in it.

4. How does Todd explain his father’s desire to have a child?

Todd explains his father’s desire to have a child as a need to have someone to play games with—and win against—on demand.

5. What does Ina recall about leatherback turtles?

Ina recalls about leatherback turtles that they must cry gallons daily to regulate the levels of salt in their blood.

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