Code Talker Chapter 1 review flashcard

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Why is Kii Yazhi's family so upset in chapter 1?

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Kii Yazhi is leaving home to attend a boarding school far away.

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What important fact does the reader find out about the narrator in the section "Listen My Grandchildren"?

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The narrator was a Navajo Code Talker during World War 2.

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Why does Kii Yazhi have to go to the white school?

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To learn the ways of the white people to help his family and tribe.

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Which quote best supports why Kii Yazhi has to go to the white school?

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"That is why you must go to school: not for yourself, but for your family, for our people, for our sacred land." p 10

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What is the significance of the Navajo Code Talkers during World War 2?

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They used their native language to create an unbreakable code for military communications.

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What challenges did Kii Yazhi face when leaving home?

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He faced emotional distress from leaving his family and culture.

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How does Kii Yazhi's journey reflect the experiences of many Native American children?

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It highlights the struggle between cultural identity and the pressures of assimilation.

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What role does family play in Kii Yazhi's decision to attend school?

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Family expectations and the desire to support his community influence his decision.

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What does the term 'boarding school' refer to in the context of Kii Yazhi's story?

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A school where students live on campus, often away from their families.

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How does the author convey the importance of cultural heritage in the story?

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Through Kii Yazhi's reflections on his family and the teachings of his elders.