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1. What does Nanapush’s willingness to save Fleur from her family home tell readers about his character?
A) He is hoping the Pillagers will reward him.
B) He wants to take Fleur as his fourth wife.
C) He is not easily swayed by public opinion.
D) He does not want to be branded as a coward.
2. What does Pauline’s consistency in viewing Fleur as a sorceress tell readers about Pauline’s character?
A) Pauline disapproves of women who gamble.
B) Pauline thinks Fleur gets what she deserves in Argus.
C) Pauline accepts her role as a warrior against evil.
D) Pauline is jealous of Fleur’s self-assuredness.
3. Why do the butcher’s men sexually assault Fleur?
A) She doesn’t conform to gender stereotypes.
B) She insults their families by winning at cards.
C) She neglects her duties at the butcher’s shop.
D) She is a bad role model for Pauline and Russell.
4. Which event suggests that Fleur is larger than life?
A) A tornado
B) Giving birth
C) Pregnancy
D) Relations with Eli
5. In what ways are Fleur and Margaret similar?
A) They are submissive.
B) They are religious.
C) They are Pillagers.
D) They are indomitable.
6. What are Pauline’s vulnerabilities?
A) She wants Eli but is unable to attract him.
B) She desires acceptance but angers at rejection.
C) She longs to be white and finally achieves this.
D) She is tainted by hatred that she turns to love.
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