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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 11-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Part 1, Chapters 1 and 2, what theme is being introduced through the encroachment of the Napikwans, the development of the characters, and is further emphasized through the point of view of Rides-at-the Door?
(a) The theme of "loss and change."
(b) The theme of "nature versus nurture."
(c) The theme of "boys will be boys."
(d) The theme of "love and dreams."

2. What concerns Rides-at-the-door regarding White Man's Dog's choice of a wife?
(a) He does not think White Man's Dog is ready to marry.
(b) White Man's Dog will be responsible for Yellow Kidney's entire family.
(c) White Man's Dog will lose position in the camp.
(d) He fears the woman will not be a good wife to White Man's Dog.

3. Which of the Pikunis go into the heart of the Crow camp?
(a) White Man's Dog, Eagle Ribs and Yellow Kidney.
(b) White Man's Dog, Fast Horse and Eagle Ribs.
(c) Yellow Kidney, Eagle Ribs and Fast Horse.
(d) Yellow Kidney, White Man's Dog and Fast Horse.

4. Why would the author use so much Native American terminology in this story?
(a) To create an atmosphere of mystery.
(b) To confuse the reader.
(c) To introduce the reader to the Native American culture.
(d) To show how knowledgable the author is about Native Americans.

5. Whose boastful recklessness worries Yellow Kidney because it could bring trouble to the raiding party's success?
(a) White Man's Dog.
(b) Cold Maker.
(c) Fast Horse.
(d) The Pikunis.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Rides-at-the-door think should be banished from the Lone Eaters?

2. Which of the following characteristics is revealed by the way Fast Horse handles and reacts to his dreams?

3. Whose idea is it to stage a horse raid on the Crows?

4. Fast Horse is a young brave who could best be described as follows:

5. How does Red Paint's mother react when Red Paint tell her that she is pregnant?

(see the answer key)

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