Code Talker Chapter 1 review flashcard

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What is the main reason Kii Yazhi has to go to the white school?

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To learn the ways of the white people to help his family and tribe.

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Who is the protagonist of Code Talker?

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Kii Yazhi.

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What does Kii Yazhi's journey to the white school symbolize?

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The struggle between cultural identity and the pressures of assimilation.

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Why are Kii Yazhi's family members upset in Chapter 1?

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Kii Yazhi is leaving home to attend a boarding school far away.

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What is the significance of education in Kii Yazhi's story?

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Education is portrayed as a means to support his family and preserve his culture.

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What does the quote 'That is why you must go to school: not for yourself, but for your family, for our people, for our sacred land.' imply?

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It emphasizes the importance of community and cultural responsibility.

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What type of school does Kii Yazhi attend?

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A white mission boarding school.

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How does Kii Yazhi's family view his education?

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They see it as a necessary sacrifice for the greater good of their people.

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What challenges does Kii Yazhi face at the white school?

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Cultural dislocation and the pressure to conform to a different way of life.

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What role does Kii Yazhi's grandfather play in his life?

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He represents traditional values and the connection to their heritage.