Birchbark House chapter 1-4- Neebin

Front

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

Back

Omakayas.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What does Omakayas do to avoid tanning the hide?

Back

She goes to get the scissors.

Front

How do Omakayas and Angeline respond to the challenge of keeping crows away from the corn?

Back

Angeline gets a net to catch the birds instead of shooing them away.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What does Omakayas' grandmother believe about her?

Back

She thinks Omakayas is special to the spirits.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

Why does Omakayas pause at the end of the road to Tallow's house?

Back

She is scared of Tallow's dogs.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What task is assigned to Angeline and Omakayas by Deydey?

Back

Their job is to keep the crows out of the corn.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the significance of heartberries in the story?

Back

Heartberries are a symbol of nature's bounty and Omakayas' connection to her environment.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the act of sewing represent in the context of the story?

Back

Sewing represents the skills and responsibilities of women in the community.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How does Omakayas feel about her responsibilities?

Back

Omakayas feels a mix of pride and burden regarding her responsibilities.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What role do animals play in Omakayas' life?

Back

Animals are seen as companions and part of the natural world that Omakayas interacts with.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2