Vocabulary
What does strayed mean?
Wandering off
Who complained about straying from the track?
Mim
Who came to Zak in his sleep?
The old lady
What kind of shrub did Mim see?
A shrub laden with red berries
What came at Zak and Mim?
a massive bird
What are talons?
Strong claws
What did Zak chase on the rocks?
a lizard
What did the old lady tell Zak?
"Be brave, have faith in the staff"
What scared Mim while she was eating berries?
A big snake
What did Zak aim at the bird?
his sling shot
What does faith mean?
a strong believe or trust
What did Mim do when Zak hurt his ankle?
She came to his aid
What did Zak use to keep the snakes away?
he built a fire
How did Mim feel after seeing the snake?
she was afraid
What did Mim do when the bird chased Zak?
she grabbed the kid and ran away
What does it mean to be shaken?
to be shocked or upset
What was Zak's injury?
He sprained his ankle
Where did Zak lie down to sleep?
On the sand
What direction did the staff sway?
to the west
What happened to the totem staff?
It blazed like a flame
What does laden mean?
carrying a heavy load
What did Mim suggest they do when it got late?
Set up camp
What did the old lady say would keep Zak safe?
The staff
What did Zak say when the staff swayed?
Just as the old lady said
Where did Zak and Mim hide from the bird?
in the maize