Code Talker Chapter 9

Front

Who is Ned going to be fighting for in the war?

Back

United States

Front

What did Ned's parents want to do for him before he left for the Military?

Back

Ceremony

Front

How many pinches of pollen were given to Ned?

Back

4

Front

What was the ceremony called?

Back

Blessingway

Front

What does Ned refer to himself as when he is getting ready to enlist in the war?

Back

Warrior

Front

What is the significance of the Blessingway ceremony in Navajo culture?

Back

It is a traditional ceremony that promotes well-being and protection.

Front

What role did the Navajo Code Talkers play in World War II?

Back

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

Front

Why was the use of the Navajo language important during the war?

Back

It was a complex language that the enemy could not easily decipher.

Front

What challenges did Ned face as a Navajo Code Talker?

Back

He faced cultural challenges and the pressure of serving in a foreign land.

Front

How did Ned's identity as a Navajo influence his experience in the military?

Back

His cultural background provided him with a unique perspective and sense of duty.