The Birchbark House (Chapters 1-2)

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What is the main character's name in 'The Birchbark House'?

Back

Omakayas.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

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CCSS.RL.K.6

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What animal does Omakayas encounter in Chapter 2?

Back

Bear cubs.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What does Omakayas's father do for a living?

Back

He is away trading furs.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does Old Tallow give Omakayas as a thank you gift?

Back

A bit of maple sugar.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

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What is the significance of the bear in Omakayas's life?

Back

The bear represents both a spirit guide and a connection to nature.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How do the bear cubs react to Omakayas in Chapter 2?

Back

They look at her curiously.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What does the term 'heartberries' refer to in the story?

Back

A type of berry that is significant in the culture of the characters.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What does Omakayas do with the moose hide?

Back

She scrapes it.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

Who visits Omakayas in spirit while she is working with the moose hide?

Back

The bear.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What does the word 'playful' mean in the context of Omakayas and the cubs?

Back

It describes their friendly and fun-loving behavior.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4