The Birchbark House Chapter 1

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What does 'cold-hearted' mean?

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It means she was mean sometimes.

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What detail indicates it is summer in Chapter 1?

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The air was fresh, delicious, smelling of new leaves in the woods.

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How does Omakayas feel about her sister Angeline?

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Omakayas is envious of Angeline's beauty.

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What supports the idea that Omakayas is jealous of Angeline's beauty?

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She hoped that she herself would turn out like Angeline.

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What evidence shows the baby was left on Spirit Island due to smallpox?

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The only person left alive on the island was a baby girl.

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What is the main theme of Chapter 1 in The Birchbark House?

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The theme revolves around family, survival, and the connection to nature.

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Who is the main character in Chapter 1?

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Omakayas is the main character.

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What does Omakayas's name mean?

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Omakayas means 'little frog' in the Ojibwe language.

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What role does nature play in Chapter 1?

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Nature is depicted as a nurturing and essential part of life.

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How does the author describe Omakayas's relationship with her family?

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Omakayas has a close and loving relationship with her family.

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