Birchbark House ch 9-11 Winter Flashcard

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What project did Omakayas decide to make with her new sewing kit?

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Omakayas decided to make makazins for baby Neewo.

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How did Old Tallow feel about the death of her dog?

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Old Tallow was sad for her dog but knew he was dangerous.

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How did Ten Snow and Angeline differ in their reactions to Omakayas asking to learn how to sew?

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Angeline laughed, while Ten Snow gave Omakayas a tiny sewing kit of her own.

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What was Deydey’s plan to obtain the supplies they needed?

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Deydey planned to play a game of chess against the trader for the supplies.

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How did Andeg, the great buck One Horn, and Pinch help the family?

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Andeg hunted mice and found seeds and nuts to feed the family. One Horn provided food for the family. Pinch brought laughter to the family.

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What is a makazin?

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A makazin is a type of traditional clothing or footwear made from animal hide.

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Who is Omakayas?

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Omakayas is the main character in 'Birchbark House', a young girl from the Ojibwe tribe.

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What does the term 'venison' refer to?

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Venison refers to the meat of a deer.

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What role does Old Tallow play in the story?

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Old Tallow is a character who has a strong connection with Omakayas and represents wisdom and experience.

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What is the significance of the sewing kit in the story?

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The sewing kit symbolizes Omakayas' growth, creativity, and connection to her family.