The author writes, “We turned our eyes away from them and set our faces. Our tears were unshed.” What is the author trying to show the reader? What can you infer?
If you were part of Bright Morning’s tribe, and you just watched your village being destroyed, how would you react? What would you be feeling? What would you want to do? Would you act on your feelings? Why or why not? What might be the consequences?
If you could choose Bright Morning, Rosita, or Nehana to be your friend, who would you choose? Explain the reasons why you chose who you did. Cite evidence from the story that influenced your decision.