Rowan of Rin - Chapters 2 & 3

What are some of the different opinions about Sheba from various people in the village?

• They all think she is wise and helpful.

• Some think she is a witch, while others believe she is wise.

• Everyone in the village fears her.

• They all believe she is a fraud.

How does Rowan’s father, Sefton, die?

• He falls off a cliff.

• He saves Rowan from the river and drowns.

• He is killed by a wild animal.

• He saves his family from a fire, but the roof collapses and kills him.

Rowan is presented as small, and perhaps not very brave. How do you think Rowan feels about this?

• Proud and confident.

• Indifferent and unconcerned.

• Ashamed and frustrated.

• Happy and content.

Is Sheba a good person or not? Explain your answer using full sentences.

What do you think the prophecy means?

• It is a warning of an upcoming disaster.

• It is a message of hope and prosperity.

• It is a challenge they must overcome to save the village.

• It is a prediction of wealth and fortune for the village.

How does Jiller feel about her son Rowan?

• She feels proud and confident in him.

• She loves him but worries because he is nervous, small, and frail.

• She is indifferent and does not understand him.

• She feels he is strong and brave, just like her.

What is Allun’s background? Why might he be trying to prove himself?

• Allun’s father was a merchant, and Allun feels the need to be wealthy.

• Allun’s father was a warrior, and Allun wants to follow in his footsteps.

• Allun’s father was a Traveller, and Allun feels he needs to prove himself because he is an outsider.

• Allun’s father was a farmer, and Allun feels the need to continue the family tradition.

How do you think Sara feels about her only son leaving to go to the Mountain?

Why doesn’t Neel want this particular group of people to go up the Mountain?

• He thinks they are not strong enough.

• He believes they will get lost.

• He worries that the village will be left without its strongest and bravest people if something happens to them.

• He thinks they are too young.

How are Annad and Rowan different?

• Annad is shy and timid, while Rowan is outgoing and brave.

• Annad is small and gentle, while Rowan is boisterous and brave.

• Annad is boisterous, brave, and outgoing, while Rowan is small, gentle, and afraid of many things.

• Annad is quiet and fearful, while Rowan is loud and confident.