"Coyote Waits" Quiz
Two Navajo tribal policemen investigate a murder that leads them to uncover a web of greed and betrayal.
mystery | 352 pages | Published in NaN
Play the quiz
Test your knowledge about the book "Coyote Waits". We have come up with 10 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
10 questions available
Essay questions
These essay questions are meant to be used as a starting point for your essay or research paper.
- How does the character of Jim Chee evolve throughout the story? Provide examples from the book to support your answer.
- Discuss the role of traditional Navajo beliefs and customs in the novel. How do they influence the characters' actions and the overall plot?
- What is the significance of the title 'Coyote Waits' in the context of the story? How does the theme of patience and cunning relate to the events in the novel?
- Examine the relationship between Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee. How does their partnership contribute to the resolution of the mystery in the book?
- Analyze the portrayal of the Navajo reservation and its people in the novel. How does the setting contribute to the atmosphere and themes of the story?
- Explore the motif of deception and trickery in 'Coyote Waits.' How do the characters navigate through various layers of deceit and misinformation?
- Discuss the representation of law enforcement and justice in the book. How does the author address the complexities of maintaining order in a culturally diverse community?
