World on a turtle's back
What was unique about the Great Tree in the Sky-World?
It was sacred and stood at the center of universe
What is Balboa’s Full name?
Vasco Núñez de Balboa
What was the initial purpose of Cabeza de Vaca's expedition in 1527?
To explore and colonize the region of Florida
What is the name of the Protagonist in the Story?
Tisquantum
Simile is comparing things using
Like or as
What was the immediate response of the sea birds when they saw the woman falling?
They formed a feathery raft to catch her
What is the name of Balboa’ dog?
Leoncico
Why was the location where the Spanish camped called the "Bay of Horses"?
Because the kill horses every 3 days
What Tribe did he belong to?
Patuxet
An exaggeration
Hyperbole
Who successfully retrieved soil from the ocean bottom?
Muskrat
What did Balboa discover?
Pacific Ocean
How many people survived the entire eight-year ordeal?
Four men
What does “Coming of New Age" mean?
Becoming an Adult
Giving Human qualities to non human things
Personification
How were the twins different in their nature?
One was truthful and direct, the other devious and indirect
What Weapon did Balboa carry during his mountain climb?
What role did Cabeza de Vaca and his companions eventually adopt among the Native Americans?
They became healers and traders, gaining respect and protection among various Native tribes.
What is their Primary Source of food?
Farming/Fishing
Comparing two unlike things not using like or as
Metaphor
How did the left-handed twin die?
He was pushed off the earth
What year did Balboa see the pacific
1513
How did the survivors perform their healing ceremonies?
They performed ceremonies using prayers and making the sign of the cross, blending their beliefs with Native practices.
What crops do they usually plant?
Maize, Squash and beans
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