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Question #3

Otto tells the grandmother that he would have helped the Shimerdas buy oxen and horses for a decent price, but he didn't. Why didn't he help them?





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Question #5

How old is Antonia the first time Jim meets her?

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Question #6

Jim notices Mr. Shimerda's hands. They are white, well–shaped, and calm.

What does this description of Mr. Shimerda's hands tell us about him?





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Question #7

Antonia takes Jim out toward Squaw Creek. She points to the sky and then to his eyes. What is she asking for?





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Question #8

What does Antonia try to give Jim?





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Question #10

Find the section in the middle of the chapter that describes Antonia. Find the paragraph that begins: "The little girl was pretty, but Antonia –– they accented the name thus, strongly, when they spoke to her –– was still prettier."

What does "accented" mean in this context?