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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. In what way was Issac related to Miigwan, as revealed in Migwan's Coming-to Story?

2. In what type of vehicle did the Recruiters take Issac away on the night of his capture?

3. Miigwan tells the group that Isaac had been unafraid of the rumors concerning which elements?

4. In what type of structure are Rose and Frenchie spending time when they hear someone singing?

5. At the end of the chapter entitled Rogarou Comes Hunting, Frenchie says that he is going after Minerva instead of traveling in which direction?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the symbolism of the ceremonial jingles?

2. How is the weather described at the beginning of the chapter entitled The Potential of Change and what is Dimaline's purpose for including this detail?

3. What is revealed to have been the reason for the bandana-wearing group's aggressive approach?

4. Provide evidence for the conclusion that Frenchie has signs of PTSD as a result of his past experiences.

5. In what way does the theme of grief arise within the chapter entitled The Long Stumble?

6. What evidence of nearby travelers does the group find in the chapter called The Potential of Change?

7. Using your understanding of the chapter called The Way It Changed, explain the symbolism of the venison stew mentioned in the previous chapter called The Other Indians.

8. How do the themes of guilt and responsibility arise in relation to Miigwan in the chapter called The Long Stumble?

9. What does Frenchie consider to be the worst element of life after he listens to Miigwan's story?

10. What are syllabics?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Read a lengthy interview with Dimaline. Write an essay explaining the connection between several of Dimaline’s answers and a major theme presented within the text of The Marrow Thieves.

Essay Topic 2

What messages does Dimaline send about oppression in The Marrow Thieves and what themes are employed in order to send these messages to the reader?

Essay Topic 3

How is the topic of courage treated within The Marrow Thieves and how does its treatment relate to the novel's depicted messages?

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