In this chapter, it is the dialog between General Alison and Dorcas. In the beginning, Dorcas thought General has too many companion for her. Because Catht fell from the horse and her arm was dangling, she needed a surgeon to cure her arm. However, when seeing Cathy, the doctor didn’t salute. It is impolite because of her position in the army. And then, General Alison doesn’t believe that Cathy can talk with animals. Dorcas said Cathy can leave messages to animals. Dorcas took Shekels for example. They thought Shekels is listening what they are talking about. And then whisper around together between animals. It is kind of superstition. Because the doctor didn’t salute to Cathy, General Alison wanted Cathy to punish sergeon. But She just wanted General Alison to talk to the doctor about that faintly. At the end of the chapter, Dorcas tell General Alison about what Cathy want. She want him to preside a court-martial for her. and shake hands with Soldier Boy. From this chapter, I found that although Cathy is just a little girl, she has power so that everyone has to salute her when seeing her and abilities to communicate with animals. It is very strange for me to think that a person has this kind of power and ability.

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April 15, 2007 at 8:13 pm
Ruting
It is really unbelievable that Cathy has the power to communicate with the annimals. Wait for hearing more about Cathy.
April 16, 2007 at 4:17 am
hungchengi
I was emotional and sad . I appreciate the bravery of Cathy and want to know more her stories. Good summary! It give me a big help tp understand about the novel.
April 17, 2007 at 8:45 pm
Grant Huang
I like your summary. What happen for Cathy?