Where did Ellen drag herself?
into the cabin
Why?
to sleep
how tired was she?
exhausted
Did she get under a blanket?
yes
How long did she sleep?
until late afternoon.
What was her uncle's name?
Tad Jorth
Where they alone in this cabin?
yes
What did Tad lay on?
a blanket bed upheld by a crude couch of boughs
Was he dead?
no
How did she know?
she heard his respiration.
What furniture did they have in the cabin?
beds
Was there a partition?
no
Was there a ladder?
yes
what was used for steps?
braces
Where did it lead?
the attic.
Who did Ellen see join the party?
Slater and Somers
What did she hear to know?
the voices of men
How did Somers appear?
best to avoid.
What did Colter say?
"Come an' feed your pale face."
Who laughed?
His comrades