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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. What is the name of one of the native gods?

2. What is the native boy's opinion of the settlement in Chapter 17?

3. What happened to the historical Chief Opechancanough?

4. Why does Samuel think that Reverend Hunt got his miracle in Chapter 16?

5. What does Captain Smith tell Samuel before leaving to return to England?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is Samuel enthusiastic at the prospect of going to Point Comfort in Chapter 25?

2. Who of Samuel's closest acquaintances announces that he is returning to England in Chapter 24?

3. In Chapter 23, does the government of James Town change in the summer of 1609?

4. Who does Ann Burras marry in Chapter 21, and what does Samuel think of him?

5. What is the purpose of Captain Smith's mission to Werowocomoco in Chapter 21?

6. What does Pocahontas do when she arrives at the English settlement in Chapter 17?

7. Where and with whom does Samuel stay while Captain Smith goes to see Powhatan in Chapter 22?

8. What human trade does Chief Powhatan make with the English in Chapter 18?

9. In Chapter 24, what happens to Captain Smith on his mission to make peace with the native tribes?

10. What is Powhatans' reaction to being invited to James Town in Chapter 21?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write an essay explaining Samuel's attitude toward other people and relationships. Include how and why his attitude changes throughout the narrative. Use specific evidence from the text to demonstrate this change.

Essay Topic 2

At the heart of the novel is the theme of a clash of cultures. Analyze the ways in which the English and the natives antagonize one another, and trace how this relationship changes over time. Who are the main players responsible for this change? Do you think this clash was inevitable? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Choose two characters, one of which is a foil for the other. A "foil" is a character who contrasts sharply with another character. Choose a set of characters and identify what traits or behaviors are contrasted. Is one character the "good guy" and another the "bad guy"? Use evidence from the text to support your choice and assertion.

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