2. According to Deanna, what do males sing for in the forest?
(a) The sheer pleasure of it.
(b) Their mates.
(c) To warn other males away.
(d) To mark their territory.

3. What does Little Rickie give Lusa?
(a) A bouquet.
(b) A present.
(c) A kiss.
(d) A handkerchief.

4. How many years has Deanna lived in the forest?
(a) 3.
(b) 4.
(c) 1.
(d) 2.

5. What weapon does Deanna have hidden for protection?
(a) Axe.
(b) Rifle.
(c) Knife.
(d) Pistol.

Short Answer Questions

1. What accident did Deanna "almost" have when she was first hired?

2. Where do Deanna & Eddie "complete their introduction"?

3. What business is Lusa interested in starting?

4. In Garnett's interpretation of the Bible, what is the role of animals?

5. What did Garnett, inadvertently, shoplift from the store?

Short Essay Questions

1. Was Nannie right in moving her "No Spray Zone" sign onto the bank bordering Garnett's property?

2. How does Lusa feel that the townspeople look at her, since Cole's death?

3. What is the ritual for traditional Muslin prayer?

4. In Chapter 11, Deanna and Eddie are talking about who built Deanna's cabin. Explain the Walker family and their influence on the land in this area.

5. Why is Garnett disheartened by the farms in the area?

6. What is Deanna's demeanor, when Eddie leaves, after staying with her for nine days?

7. Do you think Garnett's religious beliefs are the basis for his constant disapproval of Nannie and her lifestyle?

8. What does Nannie need to do to keep her organic farming certification valid?

9. Why does Lusa feel that her new sisters-in-law do not like her?

10. Do you think Eddie respects Deanna?

(see the answer keys)

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