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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. Only through constant focus can one become __________________.

2. While in Louisiana, the group was hosted by which other group?

3. What type of program did Conway start?

4. What was the name of the group?

5. Conway compared his first horse to which of the following?

Short Essay Questions

1. What advice did Gilbert offer to Conway?

2. Describe the scene that opens chapter 9.

3. What did Conway notice when he took in some young boys that had no real direction?

4. What is Conway's advice in regards to using one's senses?

5. How did the sons fare in their adult lives? What was their reaction to their inheritance?

6. What was the overall accomplishment of the Long Riders?

7. Which author is quoted in the book regarding Conway's belief that men must always move forward?

8. Conway thought he had finally found the woman of his dreams in Patience. Who was Patience?

9. Describe a typical day in the lives of the Long Riders.

10. Examine the concept and rules of Camp Sequoyah.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Gilbert takes great care to present the story with an objective eye whenever possible. Do you think Gilbert's person opinions differ from the text? Explain. Write an essay from Gilbert's point of view on Conway, Turtle Island, the Conway family, Conway's efforts, and personal and professional lives. Is there anything in Gilbert's opinion that may seem inaccurate or biased in some way? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the Schiele Museum of Natural History in North Carolina with two other similar museums. Try to choose at least one in your region. Discuss exhibits, education, and other offerings in the museums' various programs.

Essay Topic 3

Turtle Island Preserve is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina. The Great Smoky Mountains are nearby to the west. Compare and contrast the two mountain ranges. Select a mountain range close to you to add to the comparison. If there are no mountains nearby, compare the two mountain ranges with the Appalachian Mountains.

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