Part 1: Chapter 3–5
impudent | not showing respect; bold and rude.
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embankment | a mound of earth or stone made to support a road or protect an area from water.
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bulrushes | any of various plants that grow in marshes or swamps, such as cattail, rushes, and papyrus.
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sarcastic | using harsh or bitter words that are meant to hurt, tease, or make fun of another person.
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counsel | help or advice given by an authority or wise person.
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tolerate | to allow or accept; not oppose or attack.
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- Why do you think Ima is so upset with Almah? Should she be, in your opinion? Why or why not?
- What advice does Abba give Almah regarding the princess and the possibility of her return?
- What does Almah have to do with her baby brother in Chapter 4? Why?
- What does the princess want with Almah's baby brother? Why?
- Why is Kakemour so upset with the princess when he finds her at Almah's house? How are Kakemour and the princess linked to one another?
- What offer does the princess make to Almah's family? Why do they agree?
- How does the Queen react to the princess' arrival with the baby? What does she want the princess to do?
- What is the baby's name, according to the princess?
Discussion What do you think will happen to Almah and her baby brother? Why? |
Instructions for the Quiz
Answer the questions.
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