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Name: _________________________ | Period: ___________________ |
This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Ledger's story, what animal is sent down by the spirits to cut a baby in half?
2. What is Letty's relationship to Cash Stillwater?
3. What type of home does Cash Stillwater's family build on their homestead?
4. Why has the young boy with the string of fish been raised away from his birth parents?
5. How long does it take for Annawake to make her final recommendation to the courts regarding Turtle's custody?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Throughout the novel, Annawake argues that what is important is the good of the tribe versus the good of the individual. Explain what Annawake meant by this statement, and explain how this mindset factored into the way that Annawake viewed the fight over Turtle's custody.
Essay Topic 2
Many characters in the novel choose their own names, or are gifted a name after a significant moment in their life. Choose two characters with interesting names, explain the story behind their name, and then explain how their name reflects their character traits.
Essay Topic 3
Turtle had a very difficult childhood throughout the novel. Compare / contrast her life on the reservation with her life with Taylor. Finally, explain how Turtle got her name and the symbolism that name has to her childhood.
This section contains 278 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) |
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