Chapter 8
Near the end of Chapter 8 who were the men pointing their muskets at?
They were pointing the muskets at Bartlett.
What two foods did Phoebe eat at the Natives (Indian) camp?
Porcupine Stew and Bannock.
Where is the closest British general according to Jem?
Fort St. Johns on the Iroquois River.
How old is Tibby ?
About 3 or 4 years old.
What is the Hollow Tree?
A tree that Phoebe and her cousins use for communication.
In Phoebe's defense, what does Aunt Rachael say where Gideon is concerned?
Aunt Rachael says that "There was never any dissuading Gideon from whatever he was determined to do."
Who is a "deserter"?
Someone who leaves their army.
What's a catamount?
A wild cat such as a bobcat.
Who puts Phoebe to work in the morning?
Bertha Anderson.
What is Gideon's relationship to Phoebe?
Cousin and a friend.
In what manner does Anne greet Phoebe?
Anne is hysterical when she greets Phoebe.
Who was Mistress Bartlett?
Someone in Orland Village who always looked hopeful.
What material made up her leggings?
Deerskin
Why does Aunt Rachael believe that Phoebe is dead?
Aunt Racheal thought Phoebe was dead because she saw a Native wearing Phoebe's clothes.
What is Gideon's nickname for Phoebe?
Mouse
What does Anne think she is seeing when she looks at Phoebe?
A ghost.
Who is Peter Sauk and how does Phoebe know him?
A native who studied with Phoebe's father.
Where did Jem's mother head?
"For the Iroquois River up to Canaday"
Why have Rachael , Anne and the boys left their home?
They were forced to leave their home by Elihu Pickens and the Committee for Public Safety.
Which battle is Phoebe's father killed in?
The battle of Bunker Hill
Phoebe still hears Anne's words when they stood by Gideon's body hanging from the Liberty tree. What were Anne's words?
"It's your fault. You should be dead."
What school did Phoebe's father teach at and where was it located?
Dr. Wheelock's school in Hanover.
What kind of cap was Jem Morrissey wearing?
A coonskin cap
How does Tibby react when Jed and Noah hug Phoebe?
She gives them a shove and says, "mine".
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