I Heard The Owl Call My Name Final
This quiz is over parts III and IV of the book, "I Heard the Owl Call My Name" by M. Craven.
- 1.
Mark encouraged Keetah to __________.
- A.
Marry Gordon
- B.
Write down the myths of the village
- C.
Help refinish the altar
Correct Answer
B. Write down the myths of the villageExplanation
Mark encouraged Keetah to write down the myths of the village. This suggests that Mark wanted Keetah to document and preserve the oral traditions and stories of their community. By doing so, the village's history and cultural heritage would be recorded for future generations to learn from and appreciate.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What was going to happen in August that worried Mark?
- A.
The Bishop was coming.
- B.
Gordon was going away to school.
- C.
The Indians would be able to buy liquor.
Correct Answer
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- 3.
Mrs. Hudsom always planned on having __________ when white visitors were coming to Kingcome.
- A.
Corn
- B.
Sweet potatoes
- C.
Mashed turnips
Correct Answer
C. Mashed turnipsExplanation
Mrs. Hudsom always planned on having mashed turnips when white visitors were coming to Kingcome. This suggests that mashed turnips were considered a special or preferred dish for these occasions. It could be a cultural or personal preference of Mrs. Hudsom to serve mashed turnips to her white guests, indicating that it was a dish she believed they would enjoy or appreciate.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In order to get Mrs. Hudson out of bed, the Bishop said that _______________ .
- A.
No one could dance as she did
- B.
He needed her in the service
- C.
She was his favorite in the village
Correct Answer
A. No one could dance as she didExplanation
The Bishop said that no one could dance as Mrs. Hudson did in order to get her out of bed. This suggests that Mrs. Hudson is known for her exceptional dancing skills and the Bishop used this as a way to persuade her to get up and join the service or any other activity that required her presence.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The symbol for Americans in the village was ______________ .
- A.
The donkey
- B.
A rifle
- C.
The dollar bill
Correct Answer
C. The dollar billExplanation
The symbol for Americans in the village was the dollar bill. This suggests that Americans were often associated with wealth, prosperity, and economic power. The dollar bill is a widely recognized symbol of the American economy and is often used as a representation of American culture and influence.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who found homes for the four boys going away to school?
- A.
Caleb
- B.
Mark
- C.
Marta
Correct Answer
A. CalebExplanation
Caleb found homes for the four boys going away to school.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What good news awaited Mark when he returned from vacation?
- A.
The Indians had not bought any liquor.
- B.
Ellie was to go to school.
- C.
The vicarage had been furnished.
Correct Answer
B. Ellie was to go to school.Explanation
The correct answer is Ellie was to go to school. This suggests that Mark received the news that Ellie, presumably his daughter or someone close to him, was going to start attending school. This news is considered good because education is generally seen as a positive and important aspect of a person's life.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The elders were particularly grateful that Mark __________________ .
- A.
Advised the young to stay at home
- B.
Had come to Kingcome
- C.
Helped see that their dead rested in peace
Correct Answer
C. Helped see that their dead rested in peaceExplanation
The elders were grateful to Mark because he helped ensure that their deceased loved ones were able to rest in peace.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When he returned home, Gordon decided to _________________ .
- A.
Finish school
- B.
Live in the outside world
- C.
Marry Keetah
Correct Answer
B. Live in the outside worldExplanation
When he returned home, Gordon decided to live in the outside world, indicating his choice to explore and experience life beyond the confines of his home. This suggests that Gordon wants to venture out, meet new people, and engage with the world around him, rather than staying within the familiar environment of his home. This decision implies a desire for new experiences, personal growth, and independence.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Caleb said the Indians shared the following splendid friend:
- A.
The cedar tree
- B.
The fish
- C.
Their myths
Correct Answer
A. The cedar treeExplanation
The correct answer is the cedar tree because the sentence states that the Indians shared a splendid friend, and the only option that can be considered a friend is the cedar tree. The fish and their myths cannot be considered friends in the same way that a tree can be.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Mark promised Calamity Bill that he would scatter Bill’s ashes in the spring.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement suggests that Mark made a promise to Calamity Bill to scatter Bill's ashes in the spring. This implies that Mark has committed to fulfilling this task in the future. Therefore, the correct answer is "True" as it aligns with the information provided in the statement.Rate this question:
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- 12.
When Keetah returned to the village, she did so in defeat.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement implies that Keetah did not return to the village in defeat. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The Bishop came to the village because Marta sent word that it was time.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that Marta sent word to the Bishop that it was time for him to come to the village. This suggests that there was some kind of event or task that Marta wanted the Bishop to be present for. The word sent by Marta could have been a signal for the Bishop to come and perform a religious ceremony or provide guidance to the villagers. Therefore, the statement "The Bishop came to the village because Marta sent word that it was time" is true.Rate this question:
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- 14.
When the Bishop told Mark that his work in the village was almost over, Mark felt anguish and fear.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Mark felt anguish and fear because the Bishop told him that his work in the village was almost over. This suggests that Mark was deeply invested in his work and had formed strong connections with the people in the village. The impending end of his work would mean leaving behind the community he had become a part of, causing him emotional distress.Rate this question:
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- 15.
When Mark asked Marta about hearing the owl call his name, she said, “No, my son.”
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
She said, "Yes, my son."Rate this question:
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- 16.
When the Indians knew Mark was dying, they gave him a potlatch (Indian party).
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
They asked him to stay with their people.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Mark died from his disease.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
He died in a landslide.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Mrs. Hudson decided to serve carrots after Mark’s funeral.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement states that Mrs. Hudson decided to serve carrots after Mark's funeral. This implies that there was a funeral for Mark and Mrs. Hudson made a decision to serve carrots afterwards. Since there is no contradictory information provided, we can assume that the statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Mark asked Jim to take care of Keetah.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that Mark asked Jim to take care of Keetah. Since there is no additional information provided, we can assume that the given statement is true.Rate this question:
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