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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Riding with the pain of his injuries, what does Tom turn to?

2. In the final chapter, where does Tom build his new lodge?

3. During his night ride at the Madison Square Garden rodeo, what parts of Tom Black's body go numb with pain?

4. Tom Black obtains the rodeo schedule, intends to make a comeback, and plans to use his summer pay to buy what?

5. What happens during Tom Black's ride in the night rodeo at Madison Square Garden?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Meo is a Mexican ex-bronco twister who takes Tom Black Bull under his belt. He will end up becoming a mentor for him. Detail what Meo does outside with Tom to quiet his life over a few hours. What wisdom does Meo share with Tom? What does Meo get Tom to do the 'old way'? What is Meo's response to Tom informing him that the 'old way' has died? What is Meo's response to Tom informing him he came to learn from Red how to be his own boss? Who does Meo inform Tom that the boss is?

Essay Topic 2

Tom Black Bull is taught to ride broncos at Red Dillon's ranch. His new life is totally apart from everything Ute Indian. What is the sequence of steps Red utilizes in teaching Tom? What does Tom have to learn along the way as he advances? What unethical maneuvers does Red plan to utilize to make money from Tom's efforts?

Essay Topic 3

In the opening chapter, George Black Bull arrives home facing the initial crisis stoically and in control. An unspoken truth exists between George and the situation. Bessie Black Bull recognizes that her husband acted justly, in accordance with his conscience. Reflect on how they address the matter. What actions does George take? How does Bessie approach the situation? What actions does she take? What precautions does she follow?

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