I Survived The Children's Blizzard, 1888

Front

What is a 'soddy'?

Back

A house made of pieces of prairie grass.

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Front

What nickname do the boys give the snake they are hunting?

Back

King Rattler.

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Front

Why does Rex's dad think it's going to be a bad winter?

Back

The birds have already gone south for the winter.

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Front

Who were the four characters in the story who survived the blizzard by hiding in the haystack?

Back

John, Sven, Peter, and Rex.

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Front

What happens when John takes a step back from King Rattler?

Back

He falls into the creek.

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Front

What is the main setting of 'I Survived The Children's Blizzard, 1888'?

Back

The story is set in the American Midwest during a severe blizzard.

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Front

What is the significance of the blizzard in the story?

Back

It represents the struggle for survival and the harsh realities of pioneer life.

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Front

What does the term 'pioneer' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country.

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Front

How do the characters demonstrate teamwork during the blizzard?

Back

They work together to find shelter and support each other.

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Front

What lesson can be learned from the characters' experiences in the blizzard?

Back

The importance of resilience and cooperation in the face of adversity.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

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