Character Traits
This is the word for a part of someone's personality, like brave or generous, shown through what they say and do.
What is trait?
This is the word for the reason something happened in a story.
What is cause?
This is the message, moral, or lesson of a story — sometimes stated directly, sometimes implied.
What is theme?
This was the name of the chief of the village prior to Keesh taking over.
Who is Chief Klosh Kwan.
Keesh didn't kill the bears by luck — he used a plan and his "head craft." This type of craft shows Keesh is what?
What is intelligent (or clever)?
This event caused Keesh and his mother to be neglected by the villagers.
What is Keesh's dad dying?
Despite his young age, Keesh speaking up for those who weren't getting the same amount of food in the village tells us this about his leadership.
What is Keesh believes in fairness (or is just).
This is the place where the story is set, giving the legend a basis in fact.
What is near the rim of the Polar Sea (or Polar Sea).
Keesh made sure everyone in the village had meat and that no one cried out of hunger. This shows this trait.
What is generous (or caring)?
This was the effect on the villagers when Keesh spoke out at the council meeting.
What is jeering?
Keesh did not let his age hold him back; he decided to hunt on his own to solve the hunger problem he faced, and his dad's blood ran through his veins from the start. What can you infer about the central message or theme that the author is trying to communicate through Keesh's words and actions?
What is age doesn't matter, actions matter, and leaders share common traits?
There are 4 elements of a legend. Name 1.
What is a heroic individual, an exciting adventure, a basis in historical fact, or a supernatural event.