The Pale Horse

Do Thyrza and her companions believe themselves to have true power over the lives of others, or are they in on the act? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

Show how Mark’s character develops over the course of the novel, as he eventually becomes the kind of person who will brave a ritual of witchcraft and possible death to bring criminals to justice.

Compare and contrast Hermia and Ginger both as individual women and as partners for Mark. Based on Mark’s character—both virtues and vices—does it seem that Mark makes the correct choice in Ginger?