Why did Boone leave his home? What were the circumstances?

What business did Jourdonnais and Summers have on the Missouri River? Why are they going to the Blackfoot Nation?

Is Boone disappointed when he has his long-awaited meeting with Uncle Zeb? Why or why not? What are his impressions?

What is the purpose of Teal Eye? What happens that disrupts Jourdonnais's plans?

How does Boone come to take Teal Eye as his squaw? Why does he live the Piegan way of life?

What happens between Jim and Boone? Why does Boone's shoot Jim? Was he justified?

What problems does Boone have when he returns to Kentucky? Why does he suddenly leave?