Native American Review

An origin myth can be described as

• a narrative that tells a story about the Native Americans

• a traditional story passed down that explains how life began

• a nonfiction story that explains the beginning of human life.

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Each tribe had their own myths passed down through

• generations of books

• oral tradition and ceremonial storytelling

• attending school

• great grandparents

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Archetypes can be defined as

• anonymous stories that rely on supernatural powers to explain natural phenomenons

• Characteristics that give people order and identity

• characters, patterns, and symbols repeated across culture.

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Which one is not a character type of a Native American Myth

• Female

• Kind animal

• strong, male chief

• small, determined animal

• Hero

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Which one is not a pattern seen in N/A Origin myths?

• Cardinal/Scared directions

• Human life created with the help of animals, gods, spirits

• Repetition of death at the end of the myth

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Which one is not a symbol of N/A Origin myth?

• Seeds

• Special Markings

• Animals

• Holes

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Which is NOT a purpose for N/A origin myths?

• Gives people a way to socialize

• give people order and identity

• Support and validate social customs

• Explain workings of a natural world

• Help people through times of difficulty

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When we pay attention to objects, animals, and activities, we can learn about different cultures. This is known as

• Social norms

• Cultural characteristics

• Native American Myths

• Rituals and values

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