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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 does Blue Bird make for Little Chief in Chapter 4?
(a) A bow and arrow.
(b) A pair of moccasins.
(c) A wonderful meal.
(d) A headdress.

2. What do Dakotas believe they are in relation to all things?
(a) They are part of all things.
(b) They are inconsequential.
(c) They are afraid of them.
(d) They are here to conquer all things.

3. What does Gloku teach the children while they are in her care?
(a) How to shoot a bow and arrow.
(b) To behave and respect each other.
(c) To speak the English language.
(d) How to sing.

4. What is one of the most common traditions of the Dakota as seen in this novel?
(a) Slaughtering other tribes.
(b) Gift giving.
(c) Slandering each other.
(d) Not being prepared for the winter.

5. What does Gloku take every opportunity to do to Blue Bird in Chapter 6?
(a) Tell her she is no good.
(b) Make fun of the way she speaks.
(c) Criticize the way she raises her daughter.
(d) Introduce her to the new people at the camp.

Short Answer Questions

1. While thankful for the help of her sister-in-laws, what is Blue Bird careful to avoid doing?

2. Why does Star Elk treat Blue Bird badly?

3. What does Rainbow give away in Waterlily's name to celebrate during the ceremony in Chapter 8?

4. Who do Gloku and her husband believe would be a good husband for Blue Bird?

5. What does Rainbow throw at the noise in the bushes on the hunting trip in Chapter 9?

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