The Medicine Bag

Front

What point of view is "The Medicine Bag" told from?

Back

First Person

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What does the third person limited point of view reveal?

Back

The thoughts and feelings of one character, using words like "he," "she," "it," etc.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

Why is the pouch referred to as a medicine bag?

Back

It holds items that protect and guide the wearer.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

Why does Grandpa visit the family?

Back

He wants to see where his only existing family lives, and he wants to give Martin the medicine bag.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does Grandpa arrive at the narrator's home?

Back

He is walking down the street with dogs following him.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the significance of the medicine bag in the story?

Back

It symbolizes heritage, protection, and guidance.

Front

What does the character Martin represent in the story?

Back

The connection between the past and the present, and the struggle with cultural identity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does family play in "The Medicine Bag"?

Back

Family represents support, tradition, and the passing down of cultural values.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is the main theme of "The Medicine Bag"?

Back

The importance of cultural heritage and family connections.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does the setting influence the story?

Back

The setting reflects the cultural background and traditions of the characters.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3