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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Seven through Nine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Rainbow's sisters preparing for Blue Bird's upcoming new baby at the start of Chapter 7?
(a) A boat to carry the baby down river.
(b) Cradles and clothing for the baby.
(c) A name for the baby.
(d) A chest filled with toys.

2. What doesn't seem to help Waterlily's illness at all in Chapter 3?
(a) The medicines given to her mother by a shaman.
(b) Any of the medicines the women of the tribe suggest her mother tried.
(c) Small sips of cool water given to her by her mother.
(d) Several people singing to her.

3. Why was Blue Bird's grandmother not pleased with Blue Bird's intention to marry Star Elk?
(a) She thought he was very ugly.
(b) He was already married to another woman.
(c) He was known to be lazy and a poor hunter.
(d) She did not believe in love.

4. What does Gloku do with the children's rocks in Chapter 5?
(a) Takes them away.
(b) Stows them away in a bag.
(c) Paints them.
(d) Carves them into chess pieces.

5. While thankful for the help of her sister-in-laws, what is Blue Bird careful to avoid doing?
(a) Letting them know her plans to run away.
(b) Speaking her true feelings about them.
(c) Talking to Rainbow about the baby.
(d) Taking advantage of their kindness.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Star Elk summon to be with them when he takes Blue Bird to his family?

2. Where does Gloku decide to take the children to learn to pray?

3. What was Blue Bird's grandmother worried Star Elk would do to Blue Bird?

4. What does Blue Bird believe is the significance of the unseen voice she hears after praying for her daughter in Chapter 3?

5. What do Dakotas believe they are in relation to all things?

(see the answer key)

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