Introduction to Native American Myths - Quiz

Who are considered Indigenous peoples in the context of Native American culture?

• Europeans who arrived in North America

• Native Americans, First Nations people

• Asian immigrants

• African tribes

How were stories traditionally passed down in Native American cultures?

• Written manuscripts

• Oral tradition

• Printed books

• Digital recordings

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What did ceremonial songs and prayers in Native American cultures often include?

• Creation stories, hero tales and explanations of natural phenomena

• Modern scientific theories

• Political speeches

• Commercial advertisements

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What does an Origin Myth explore?

• The future of the universe

• The origins of phenomena like stars, moon, and the sky

• The history of modern technology

• The political history of nations

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What did Native American nations have that were unique to them?

• Languages, governments, social organizations, customs, and housing

• Only languages

• Only governments

• Only social organizations

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What was humanity's duty according to Native American beliefs?

• To conquer other nations

• To uphold balance and the creative life-force

• To accumulate wealth

• To develop technology

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What is NOT a type of Native American myth?

• Creation Myth

• Origin Myth

• Trickster Myth

• Scientific Myth

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What does the term 'tone' refer to in literary works?

• The struggle between opposing forces.

• The author's attitude towards the audience, characters, and subject.

• The lesson or message learned from a story.

• The emotional atmosphere of a work derived from literary devices.

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What is a 'motif' in literary works?

• The struggle between opposing forces.

• The lesson or message learned from a story.

• Recurring elements in literary works such as images, ideas, themes, situations, or actions.

• The author's attitude towards the audience, characters, and subject.

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What does 'conflict' refer to in literary terms?

• The struggle between opposing forces.

• The lesson or message learned from a story.

• The emotional atmosphere of a work derived from literary devices.

• Recurring elements in literary works such as images, ideas, themes, situations, or actions.

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