Encounters
Why does the boy ask the chief to not welcome the visitors?
How did the Aztec Empire become so powerful?
They had a large and strong army, and ruled in a harsh severe manner
Name 2 examples of crops
corn, tomatoes, pumpkins, potatoes, beans, etc.
Name 3 jobs that dogs can be trained to do.
pull sleds, solve crimes, inspect luggage, hunt for missing people, herd cattle, guides for blind or deaf people
What does experience mean?
Knowledge or skill that comes from having already done something.
Describe the visitors (at least 2 details)
Unfamiliar kinds of boats, wear unfamiliar clothing, unusual facial hair and carry sticks with flags
How do we know the Aztec trusted the Spanish?
They welcomed the Spanish into their city and the leaders gave them gifts
How are Native American cultures different from one another?
Native American cultures spoke different languages and lived in many different ways.
What does obedient mean?
willing to comply with orders or requests
What do you have to do to become a "Dragon Slayer"?
Must attend 60 hours of training, on-going training, and get good grades
Why does the boy forget his dream for a while?
What events followed Cortes's arrival at the Aztec capital? 2 events
Cortes and Moctezuma traded gifts. Then Cortes kidnapped Moctezuma and the Spanish stole the Aztecs' gold.
What is hilling?
Hilling is when you plant crop seeds and bury them under the soil to protect them and allow them to grow better
Why do only certain types of dogs make good SAR dogs?
They have to be smart, friendly and obedient. Not all dogs have these characteristics.
What does brainchild mean?
Why does the chief think the visitors come from the sky?
They have different skin colour
How did smallpox cause the Aztec to lose the war?
Many Aztec became ill and died, or were too weak to farm or defend themselves.
What three crops were known as the Three Sisters? Why were they given this name?
Beans, corn and squash. They grew well together and benefit each other
What is a service dog? What do they do? What do they get in return?
They help people in many ways, like helping the blind or deaf. They get love, food and shelter in return.
Why are Dragon Slayers so important in a region like Aniak, Alaska?
These programs offer extra help to people. Aniak is in an isolated area, so very few people live there and it is often difficult to get to these areas.
How does the boy feel at the end of the story?
He feels that he has lost everything - his dreams, his land and his way of life
How did Spanish and Aztec culture mix? Give two examples.
New traditions were born, like Dia de los Muertos. New food was also created, like tacos.
How were horses "galloping shields" to Native Americans?
Native Americans mastered clinging to the horse's side, using the horse as a shield
Name 3 dogs that make good SAR dogs:
German shepherds, Border collies and Labrador retrievers
How does being a Dragon Slayer help teens with their future careers?
Gives them confidence and skills, and lets them explore career options