Native American Folklore

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

• They explain the origins of the world, the natural environment, and the people.

• They are historical records of events

• They are used for entertainment purposes only

• They are fictional stories with no significance

Who is the famous trickster figure in Native American folklore and what role does he play?

• Coyote, Raven, or Nanabozho

• Eagle

• Bear

• Buffalo

Name a legendary hero from Native American folklore and describe their heroic deeds.

• Hiawatha - Known for uniting the Iroquois tribes and bringing peace and prosperity to the region.

• Sitting Bull - Known for conquering neighboring tribes and expanding his territory.

• Pocahontas - Known for leading a rebellion against the British colonizers.

• Crazy Horse - Known for betraying his own people and joining forces with the enemy.

How do animal spirits feature in Native American folklore and what do they represent?

• Animal spirits represent the weather in Native American folklore.

• Animal spirits represent different qualities, characteristics, and powers in Native American folklore.

• Animal spirits represent the concept of time in Native American folklore.

• Animal spirits represent different types of food in Native American folklore.

Explain the importance of oral storytelling traditions in preserving Native American folklore.

• The importance of oral storytelling traditions in preserving Native American folklore is overrated

• Oral storytelling traditions preserve cultural knowledge, traditions, and values from one generation to the next.

• Native American folklore can be preserved through written records instead of oral storytelling traditions

• Oral storytelling traditions are not important in preserving Native American folklore

What are some common themes found in Native American creation myths?

• The use of advanced technology

• The emergence of the world from chaos, the role of animals and nature, and the importance of oral tradition and storytelling

• The influence of European culture

• The emphasis on individualism

How do trickster figures challenge societal norms in Native American folklore?

• By staying away from any kind of mischief

• By using their cunning and mischievous behavior to disrupt the established order and question authority.

• By always obeying authority without question

• By following all the rules and regulations

Describe the role of animal spirits in guiding and protecting individuals in Native American folklore.

• Animal spirits are considered evil and bring harm to individuals in Native American folklore

• Animal spirits provide wisdom, strength, and guidance to individuals in Native American folklore.

• Animal spirits have no role in guiding or protecting individuals in Native American folklore

• Animal spirits are only used for hunting and gathering in Native American folklore

How do legendary heroes in Native American folklore inspire and teach important values to the community?

• By being lazy and selfish

• Through their dishonesty and deceit

• By causing chaos and destruction

• Through their courageous acts, wisdom, and selflessness

Discuss the impact of oral storytelling traditions in passing down cultural knowledge and wisdom in Native American communities.

• Oral storytelling traditions have had no impact on passing down cultural knowledge and wisdom in Native American communities.

• Oral storytelling traditions have preserved cultural knowledge and wisdom by passing down history, traditions, and values through generations.

• Native American communities have never relied on oral storytelling traditions to preserve cultural knowledge and wisdom.

• Oral storytelling traditions in Native American communities only pass down fictional stories with no cultural significance.