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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Red Apple Country 1884 to 1887: The Journey; The First Day at School.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Gertrude's mother, who were the only people who had their hair cut off?
(a) Captured white men.
(b) Little boys.
(c) Unskilled warriors.
(d) White women.

2. Who was Judewin?
(a) Gertrude's friend.
(b) Gertrude's mother.
(c) Gertrude's sister.
(d) Gertrude's grandmother.

3. What happened to Gertrude when she got on the train?
(a) She nearly passed out.
(b) She vomited.
(c) She fainted.
(d) She got pushed to the floor.

4. What is a tipi?
(a) A bird.
(b) A canoe.
(c) An Indian shelter.
(d) A white man.

5. Where did Gertrude hide to try to avoid getting her hair cut?
(a) In the chapel.
(b) In the cellar.
(c) Under a bed.
(d) In the orchard.

Short Answer Questions

1. Gertrude enjoyed the stories about which Indian character?

2. Which of the following did Gertrude NOT do during her happy Summer days?

3. The Federal agents took away Indian children as young as ___________________.

4. What was the only way the staff could cut Gertrude's hair?

5. What is the meaning of Zitkala-Sa?

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