What is the significance of the medicine bag in the story?

It represents the protagonist's connection to his cultural heritage

It is a symbol of the protagonist's physical strength

It signifies the protagonist's wealth and status

It is a tool used by the protagonist for healing purposes

What was in the medicine bag?

A pebble, sage, and a piece of iron

In “The Medicine Bag,” why does Grandpa say he has arrived for a surprise visit with the family?

He wants to see where his only existing descendants live, and he wants to give Martin the medicine bag.

He feels that death is now very near, and he wants to be buried where his only existing relatives live.

He wants to teach his grandchildren lessons that will help them respect the old ways.

He wants to see his family in person to discuss the resentment he has felt for years.

In “The Medicine Bag,” before Grandpa comes to visit, how does the narrator feel about talking to his friends about his Lakota grandfather?

He likes the fact that his stories about Grandpa appeal to the other kids.

He makes fun of how Grandpa dresses and where he lives to amuse his friends.

He becomes angry when the other children make fun of Grandpa’s heritage.

He never reveals to his friends that Grandpa is a Lakota.

Part B Which quotation from “The Medicine Bag” best supports the answer to Part A?

Our friends, who had always lived in the city and only knew about Indians from movies and TV, were impressed by our stories.

He was my great-grandfather, and he didn’t live in a tipi; he lived all by himself in a part log, part tar-paper shack on the Rosebud Reservation in South Dakota.

He taught me a Lakota chant to sing while I beat the drum with a leather-covered stick that had a feather on the end.

We never showed our friends Grandpa’s picture.

The following question has two parts. Answer Part A first, and then Part B. Which statement most clearly describes Martin in the early part of“The Medicine Bag”?

Martin worries about his friends’ opinions.

Martin is cruel and insensitive toward others.

Martin appreciates and respects Grandpa’s behavior.

He never reveals to his friends that Grandpa is a Lakota.

Part B Which sentence from “The Medicine Bag” best supports the answer to Part A?

His getup wasn’t out of place on the reservation, but it sure was here, and I wanted to sink right through the pavement.

Maybe we exaggerated and made Grandpa and the reservation sound glamorous….

We usually had some authentic Lakota article to show our listeners.

I watched the group as it slowly came closer and saw that in the center of the strange procession was a man wearing a tall black hat.

Which quotation from “The Medicine Bag” shows most clearly that Cheryl’s reaction to Grandpa’s visit differs from Martin’s?

Nothing bothered Cheryl about bringing her friends to see Grandpa.

My kid sister, Cheryl, and I always bragged about our Lakota grandpa, Joe Iron Shell.

As we supported him up the steps, the door banged open and Cheryl came bursting out of the house.

So even after she married my dad, who’s not an Indian, and after Cheryl and I were born, Mom made sure that every summer we spent a week with Grandpa.

Near the end of “The Medicine Bag,” Grandpa gives Martin the medicine bag and says, “[You] need not wear it.” What do these words show most clearly about Grandpa’s thinking?

Grandpa realizes that the medicine bag will be more meaningful at a later time.

Grandpa knows that the medicine bag has power even if Martin does not wear it.

Grandpa feels sad that Martin does not want to wear the medicine bag.

Grandpa understands that Martin is uncomfortable about his heritage.

At the end of “The Medicine Bag,” for which of the following is the medicine bag most clearly a symbol? Choose two options.

Martin’s respect for his grandfather

Martin’s acceptance of his family heritage

Martin’s desire to please his friends

Martin’s dislike for his Lakota heritage

Martin’s feelings of embarrassment about Grandpa

What is the primary theme of 'The Medicine Bag'?

A) Cultural heritage and identity

In 'The Medicine Bag,' what does Martin initially feel about his grandfather's visit?

C) Indifferent and uninterested

How does the setting of 'The Medicine Bag' influence the story?

A) It highlights the contrast between urban and rural life

B) It emphasizes the wealth of the characters

C) It creates a sense of mystery and suspense

D) It has no significant impact on the story

What change occurs in Martin's character by the end of 'The Medicine Bag'?

B) He gains a deeper understanding of his heritage

C) He decides to move away from his family

D) He becomes more materialistic

The Medicine Bag

Quiz

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English

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8th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Hard

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CCSS

RL.6.3, RL.8.3, RL.7.2

+38

Standards-aligned

Sarah Williams

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25 questions

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

When Martin’s grandpa gives him the medicine bag, he…

decides that he’s going to wear it around his neck.

doesn’t think he is deserving of the medicine bag.

avoids going to the reservations as long as he can.

goes through with the tradition, as his grandpa described it to him.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Why is Martin embarrassed by his grandpa?

He hasn’t told people he has a grandpa.

His grandpa is dressed in an unusual way.

He doesn’t want people to know his grandpa is Sioux.

He doesn’t want his friends to know how sickly his grandpa is.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Why does Martin’s grandpa collapse?

He refuses to see a doctor any time he doesn’t feel well.

He is old and has an illness he hasn’t told his family about.

He didn’t eat before he left the reservation and is hungry.

His is tired from the long journey and the heat.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following describes the medicine bag?

It is a pouch being passed down to Martin because his grandpa is dying soon.

It is being passed down to his sister because Martin has a “white man’s name.”

It is a pouch passed down to the oldest child when he reaches a certain age.

It is a pouch for Martin to keep his most valuable possessions.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does Martin feel about receiving the medicine bag?

He is frustrated that he has to take it.

He is disgusted by the idea of wearing it.

He is nervous about accepting it.

He doesn’t understand why it’s important.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following describes Iron Shell’s reaction to his vision?

He is confused by its meaning.

He is relieved that he received a vision.

He is proud of the vision that he received.

He decides to reject the vision.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Why isn’t Grandpa giving the medicine bag to his eldest son?

His eldest son died in a war.

He doesn’t think his son deserves it.

He thinks Martin needs it more.

His eldest son wouldn’t accept it.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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The Medicine Bag

25 questions

When Martin’s grandpa gives him the medicine bag, he…

Why is Martin embarrassed by his grandpa?

Why does Martin’s grandpa collapse?

Which of the following describes the medicine bag?

How does Martin feel about receiving the medicine bag?

Which of the following describes Iron Shell’s reaction to his vision?

Why isn’t Grandpa giving the medicine bag to his eldest son?

Who is the author of "The Medicine Bag"?

What is the significance of the medicine bag in the story?

What was in the medicine bag?

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