WAVERIDER

Definitions

100

(n.) a feeling of anger or annoyance because you are unable to do or change something

frustration

200

(n.) a supernatural being, such as a ghost

spirit

300

(n.) a family member who lived long ago

ancestor

400

(n.) a fireplace, or the floor of a fireplace

hearth

500

(n.) a person who makes a long journey, often to a distant or unknown place

voyager

Use it in a Sentence

100

expedition

(n.) a journey made for a special purpose

We went on an exciting expedition to Antarctica!

200

descendant

(n.) a person who is related to someone who lived in the past

My descendants came to America from Sweden, Poland, and Austria. 

300

unwitting

(adj.) not knowing about somethign that is happening

The unwitting thief didn't realize there were cameras in the house. 

400

reservation

(n.) an area of land set aside for use by the native peoples of a region

The Native people were moved from their homes to a reservation.

500

personification

(n.) the act of giving human traits to animals or things in art, poetry, etc. 

Puss in Boots is the personification of a swashbuckler. 

Plot

100

What were the professions of dad, granddad and great-granddad in 'Hooked'?

dad: marine ecologist

granddad: painter

great-granddad: lure manufacturer

200

Who are all of the characters in the poems, 'Climbing Blue Hill', 'Ivy', and 'Collage'?

Climbing Blue Hill: poet, grandfather, brother

Ivy: Ivy, mother

Collage: poet, grandma, grandpa, dad, mama

300

How did Zhawaan's father die?

In an accident cutting trees for settlers

400

What were Chief Cameahwait and the Shoshone celebrating in 'A Surprise Reunion'? And why were they celebrating? 

The Rabbit dance to honor the rabbit as an important food source

500

In 'Treks Through Time' what does Dr. Smith study, what site does she study, and which culture does she study? 

She studies archaeology (She's an archaelogist). She studies at Cahokia in Illinois. She studies the Mississippian culture. 

Themes

100

What three thing are in Cristina's family's blood?

Patience, Imagination, and Fishing

200

What brought Omadwe and Zhaawan back together as friends? 

They went on the maple sugar trip together and Zhawaan gave Omadwe a red beaded necklace to apologize. 

300

What happened because Cameahwait and Sacagawea were reunited?

The chief promised Lewis and Clark he would provide them with whatever help and resources they needed. The Shoshone people will sing and tell stories so that  they will remember and honor this day for generations to come. 

400

In 'Treks Through Time' it discusses how there is a Tribal Historic Preservation Office to handle repatriation. Why is this important? 

They protect ancient sites during excavation. They help give back sacred objects to the Native people. Laws now prevent archaeologists from doing anything they want. Archaeologists collaborate to work with and learn from descendant communities. 

500

According to 'Where it All Began' why is Jamestown important?

It shows the English settlers and Indians lived together and had a close relationship. Jamestown left a record of greed and war but it was the start of representative government. It gave America a solid foundation to build upon. 

Wildcard

100

What are the Japanese and Chinese names for Korea?

Kankoku and Hanguo

200

How many players were in Squid Game? How much money were they competing for?

456 players. 45.6 billion KRW

300

How many awards have BTS won? 

505 wins with 719 nominations

400

How long would it take to drive from Seoul to Gwangju to Busan to Sokcho back to Seoul?

About 15 hours

500

Which piece of classical music plays when the train has to stop to be cleaned (and therefore the passengers have to get off and wait for the next train)?

Boccherini's Minuet in E