Native American Creation Myths

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What did the buzzard create in Native American myths?

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Mountains and valleys.

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Myths are _____ about early history of people.

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Stories.

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What literary device is used when animals talk in myths?

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Personification.

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What are Oral Traditions?

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Stories and history of a group passed by word of mouth from generation to generation.

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What did the Sky Chief's wife have in her hand when she fell from Skyland in 'The World on Turtle's Back'?

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Seeds.

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What is the significance of creation myths in Native American culture?

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They explain the origins of the world and the relationship between humans and nature.

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How do creation myths reflect the values of Native American societies?

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They often emphasize harmony with nature, community, and respect for all living things.

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What role do animals play in Native American creation myths?

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Animals often serve as characters that embody traits and lessons important to the culture.

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What is the purpose of using personification in myths?

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To convey moral lessons and make the stories relatable to human experiences.

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How are creation myths passed down through generations?

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Primarily through oral storytelling traditions.