Thunder Rolling in the Mountains Ch. 15

Who ordered the warriors to prepare for a fight when the Blue Coats were approaching?

• Chief Joseph

• Lean Elk

• Swan Necklace

What did Swan Necklace use to wipe his knife after cutting the antelope meat?

• A piece of cloth

• A clump of dry grass

• His shirt

Why was the day described as "bitter" by Swan Necklace?

• The Blue Coats had captured many warriors.

• The Crows fought alongside the Blue Coats.

• They ran out of food.

What did the group do with the mountain sheep skins and horns?

• Made them into robes and drinking cups

• Buried them beside the trail

• Traded them with other tribes

Explain why the group decided to take horses from the Crows.

• They needed faster horses to escape.

• They wanted to trade them for food.

• They were angry with the Crows.

What was the significance of the warriors burning the supplies after taking what they needed?

• To prevent the Blue Coats from using them

• To create a distraction

• To keep warm during the night

Describe the conditions the group faced as they traveled north for six suns.

• They had plenty of food and rested often.

• They were weary, and their ponies were tired.

• They encountered many friendly tribes.

What was the reaction of the white men when the group reached the river with the buildings and supplies?

• They offered a feast to the group.

• They fled and did not want to fight.

• They attacked the group immediately.