May 16 2023 Chapter 5 Marrow Thieves - Haunted By The Bush & If Time: Chapter 6 - Plaque of Madness

Vocab Review - Chapter 5 - Haunted In The Bush

Latrine: 


From an Indigenous perspective in the context of "The Marrow Thieves," a latrine refers to a communal and environmentally mindful bathroom facility used in the makeshift communities where the characters reside, emphasizing the importance of cleanliness and sanitation while respecting the natural surroundings.










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