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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. An important theme in this section is ____________________.

2. The book explores the effect of white people on ___________________.

3. What is Deydey especially pleased with when he comes home?

4. The story takes place over the course of ________________.

5. How does Mama realize that Pinch ate the berries?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the dizzy spell signify for Omakayas?

2. How do Mama and Nokomis differ in their views of sending Omakayas on a spiritual quest?

3. Why is Omakayas' relationship with Tallow such an important one?

4. What is the premise of THE BIRCHBARK HOUSE?

5. Who does the group of voyageurs discover on a small island?

6. How is life different for the family when Deydey is home?

7. Give some examples of Andeg being able to use speech to communicate.

8. What are some of the themes in THE BIRCHBARK HOUSE?

9. What does Nokomis do to the tree prior to cutting the bark?

10. What do the birds foreshadow in the book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author uses more than one iteration on the theme of pride. Identify at least two instances about pride in the book and then cite examples to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

THE BIRCHBARK HOUSE is a classic coming-of-age story. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category?

Essay Topic 3

Create a brief character study of Mama. What did she look like? What were her positive personality traits? What were her dreams and fears? What was most valuable to her in her world?

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