| Term | Definition |
| What had Pa gone to do? | Pa had gone to town to trade his furs. |
| What did the noise that they hear sound like? | They heard the indians in their camp. |
| What did Ma do to keep them safe? | She put the latch on the door. |
| What special things did Pa bring from Independence for Ma, Laura and Mary? | He brought pickles and crakers for Ma. He also brought pretty hair clips for Laura and Mary. He also brought material to make a dress for Ma. |
| What news about the government and the Indians did Pa bring from Independence? | The goverment was thinking about making the settlers leave the territory. |