The Secret of the Winter Count

Front

What must happen for the drought to end in 'The Secret of the Winter Count'?

Back

A child must see the little people.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What shape was the rock that Star Walker took Emma to?

Back

It was shaped like a buffalo.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does the word 'wavering' mean in the context of the candle flame?

Back

Moving back and forth.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

How did Emma's attitude towards arithmetic change by the end of the story?

Back

She learned that although tricky numbers are pretty useful.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is a synonym for the word 'intricate' as used in Jesse's drawing of the skyscraper?

Back

Detailed.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

What is the significance of the 'little people' in the story?

Back

They represent a connection to nature and the spiritual world.

Front

How does Emma's character develop throughout the story?

Back

She learns to appreciate the usefulness of arithmetic.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What literary device is used in the phrase 'the candle flame was wavering'?

Back

Imagery.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What theme is explored through Emma's journey in the story?

Back

The theme of growth and understanding.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does the buffalo symbolize in the context of the story?

Back

It symbolizes strength and resilience.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9