Characters
Which character can be described as "a nimble girl of 7 years, thoughtful?"
Omakayas
How has her behavior changed since the encounter with the bears?
She has gone from carefree to responsible and thoughtful.
Long, long ago, how did the Native Americans come to the New World?
They crossed a land bridge; most likely while hunting.
Why was the baby left alone on Spirit Island?
The voyagers feared she had smallpox.
Omakayas describes this sibling as "smart, pretty, graceful; sometimes cold-hearted."
Angeline
Which two words can be used to describe Omakayas?
-caring
-lazy
-brave
- unkind
caring and brave
What disease was brought over by the Europeans that greatly affected the Native Americans?
Smallpox
What is a voyageur?
A traveler (often European) that travels to trade with the natives.
Old Tallow
In chapter one, how does Omakayas feel about her sister?
When Native Americans took something from nature, what would they always leave in return?
an offering of some sort
Ex: Nokomis left a tobacco offering when she took bark from the tree.
How do you know Old Tallow like Omakayas more than other children?
Omakayas says this little one is "sweet and playful."
How would you describe Omakayas's special connection with nature?
Animals are drawn to her and she is drawn to animals.
Building, making canoes, etc.
Why did Neewo not have a name yet?
The elders who were supposed to dream his name had not dreamed a name for him yet.
Who is described as "quick tempered, strong and beautiful, observant"
Yellow Kettle (mama)
How does Omakayas feel about the gift Deydey brought home for her?
She was disappointed, but respectfully took the gift.
Why did woolly mammoths not survive after the Ice Age?
What happened to Omakayas after her interaction with the bears?
She became more responsible and matured. She also felt the bear spirit with her.