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1. In Part I, which female family member is Ana closest to and why?

In Part I, Ana is closest to her aunt Yaltha, her father's sister, because Yaltha has always understood Ana and supported Ana's wish to express herself through writing.

2. Why does Ana refer to Judas as a brother?

Ana refers to Judas as her adopted brother, although they are actually cousins, as Judas is the son of Ana's mother's cousin. Judas's parents were killed by Roman soldiers in Sepphoris when Judas was a young boy.

3. What is Ana's first prayer in her incantation bowl?

Ana's first prayer in her incantation bowl is to be able to affect people through her writing. She wants to be "a voice."

4. In Part I, what does Ana view as a betrayal by both of her parents?

In Part I, Ana views her parents' agreement to betroth her to Nathaniel as a betrayal of her future and her wishes.

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