73 pages 2 hours read

Richard Wagamese

Medicine Walk

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014

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Multiple Choice

1. What does Frank use to cope with difficult circumstances?

A) He draws on experiences in nature.

B) He develops elaborate arguments.

C) He drinks alcohol to numb his feelings.

D) He becomes quiet and refuses to speak.

2. How does Frank feel about formal education?

A) He believes it is necessary to survive.

B) He would rather serve as a teacher than a learner.

C) He prefers practical skills like wilderness survival.

D) He believes education is only valuable to white people.

3. What is the importance of the land in the novel?

A) Eldon believes land serves as a source of financial wealth.

B) Frank sees the land as a harsh and unforgiving environment.

C) Eldon thinks the land is a powerful force that provides healing.

D) Frank feels responsible for the land and takes his duty seriously.

4. What is the difference between Eldon’s and Frank’s lifestyles?

A) Frank has experienced more hardship than Eldon, so he has a difficult life.

B) Frank depends more often on his home, while Eldon depends on nature.

C) Frank is dependent on nature, while Eldon is dependent on white society.

D) Frank and Eldon live similar lifestyles, but Eldon is dependent on alcohol.

5. What is Frank often motivated by?

A) Recognition

B) Duty

C) Money

D) Gain

6. What is Eldon’s motivation for having a traditional burial?