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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Sadness Among The People.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Chi'idzigyaak pretend to be asleep on the fifth morning?
(a) She doesn't want to shame her friend.
(b) She doesn't want to move.
(c) She doesn't want to give up her dream.
(d) She doesn't want to face the day.

2. Who does Sa' wish to prove wrong?
(a) The People and Death.
(b) Predators.
(c) The People.
(d) Themselves.

3. What is the result of returning circulation to Sa's legs?
(a) More pain.
(b) Relief from pain.
(c) Less pain.
(d) Continued pain.

4. Why is the fourth night the most difficult for the women?
(a) They are frightened.
(b) They are losing resolve.
(c) They are questioning their decision.
(d) They are too tired.

5. What does the chief suffer from ever since the abandonment of the two women?
(a) Gout.
(b) Exhaustion.
(c) Self-loathing.
(d) Fear.

Short Answer Questions

1. When do the women agree that they will talk about their feelings?

2. What does the chief believe would have been worse for The People than hunger during the harsh winter?

3. What danger lies in crossing the frozen river?

4. What should The People always do in hard times, according to the chief?

5. How do the two women decide to die?

(see the answer key)

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