20 Questions
What drove the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Ottawa men into the woods?
The death of all their warrior sons
What did the Ojibwe man notice about the tree in the woods?
It had long roots pointing in the four directions
Where did the Ojibwe man first see the long roots of the tree?
Towards the east
What was the significance of the four roots of the tree?
They symbolized the unity of the three tribes
What was common among the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Ottawa men?
They all had ten children
What did the Ojibwe man realize as he examined the tree?
The tree had four huge branches, extending out as far as the roots, one to each cardinal direction.
What made the Ojibwe man forget his sorrow at losing his sons?
The beauty and serenity of the place where he found the tree.
What was the common story shared by the Ojibwe, Ottawa, and Potawatomi men?
They all had sons who were lost in war and they felt they had nothing left to live for.
What was notable about the newcomer approaching from the west?
He stopped mourning and wiped away his tears as he approached the tree.
What did the Ojibwe, Ottawa, and Potawatomi men experience as they walked around and explored the place together?
They felt a very still and calm atmosphere around the tree.
What was the atmosphere like in Mary Maloney's room while she waited for her husband?
Warm and clean
How did Mary feel as she waited, looking at the clock?
Calm
What physical change did Mary experience during her sixth month of pregnancy?
Her skin acquired a wonderful translucent quality
How did Mary greet her husband as he came home?
"Hullo darling."
What does the wife notice about her husband's drink towards the end of the passage?
She noticed little oily swirls in the dark yellow liquid.
Why does the husband drain his glass of whiskey in one swallow despite it still being half full?
He was impatient and tired of sipping it.
What does the wife offer to get for her husband, showing concern for his well-being?
Cheese and crackers
How does the wife feel when sitting with her husband after a long period alone?
Blissful and content
What does the wife compare feeling the warm male glow from her husband to?
Sunbathing in the sun
Why does the wife think it's a shame that her husband is kept walking about on his feet all day?
She believes his job is tiring him out.
Learn about the historical tale of how the Ojibwe, Potawatomi, and Ottawa people, who were once enemies, became united as one. Discover the events that led to the union and the significance of this coming together.
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