Code Talker Chapter 4

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Who was the most stubborn Navajo student in Code Talker Chapter 4?

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John Roanhorse

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Why did Ned have his mouth washed out with soap?

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Because he greeted Mr. Reamer in Navajo.

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Did Ned ever speak Navajo while at the boarding school? (True/False)

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False

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Why did the teachers at the mission school take away all of their native clothing and adornments?

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To fit them into American culture.

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Who washed Ned's mouth out with soap?

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Mr. Reamer

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What is the significance of the Navajo language in the context of Code Talkers?

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The Navajo language was used as a code during World War II, making it difficult for enemies to understand communications.

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What does the term 'boarding school' refer to in the context of Native American history?

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A boarding school is an institution where Native American children were sent to assimilate into American culture, often losing their native languages and traditions.

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What was the impact of assimilation policies on Native American culture?

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Assimilation policies aimed to erase Native American cultures, languages, and identities, leading to loss of traditions and cultural heritage.

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What role did Mr. Reamer play in Ned's experience at the boarding school?

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Mr. Reamer was a teacher who enforced strict rules, including punishing students for speaking their native language.

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How did the students feel about their native clothing being taken away?

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The students likely felt a sense of loss and sadness as their clothing represented their cultural identity.