Characters
Who is the main character?
Omakakiins
In the prologue, the baby was left on the island. Why was she left alone on the island?
Her family got smallpox and she was the only one to survive.
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What traits best describe Pinch?
Mischievous and greedy
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"The fire was down to red winking eyes."
The fire was almost out - it was late in the night
What are the Ojibwe people known for?
Skilled hunters, gatherers, farmers
Crafty
Peaceful
Spiritual
7 years old
What task was Omakakiins trying to avoid in chapter 1.
Tanning the moose hide
Describe Omakakiins's relationship with her two brothers, Niiwo and Pinch?
Annoyed by Pinch, but likes taking care of Baby Niiwo.
"The awful smell would get into her skin" Pg 13
It smelled bad
Why is community important to the Anishinibaabe (Ojibwe) people?
Everyone plays a role in the community.
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What are the names of Omakakiins siblings?
Angeline
Little/Big Pinch
Baby Niiwo
How does Omakakiins's perspective change after her encounter with the bears?
Omakakiins has a carefree attitude in the beginning of the book, then she becomes responsible and thoughtful.
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Old Tallow likes Omakakiins more than other children.
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On page 10, the author writes Omakakiins "was sometimes embarrassed to find herself following Angeline's heels like a puppy." What does the author mean by this simile?
Omakakiins was very interested in what her sister was up to.
How do the Ojibwe feel about nature?
Respectful
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Who is Nokomis?
Grandma
How has Omakakiins matured and changed so far?
No chores > Responsible
Watched Baby Niiwo
Connection with the bears
Describe Omakakiins's realtionship with her sister.
Envious
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It was sudden and loud
What role does each person play in the family and community? Find evidence.
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What are Omakakiins parents' names?
Yellow Kettle & Mikwam/Dede
Why did Omakakiins not tell anyone about the bear encounter?
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Describe Omakakiins’s special connection with nature, especially animals?
Bears
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"Her makizinan protected Dede's used-up ones, nuzzled them together, and seemed to be watching over and soothing away the many dangers of his footsteps." Pg 42
Dede's trips were dangerous, but now that he's home he will be able to rest.
Where did the Ojibwe people live?
Great Lakes area