The Medicine Bag

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Who is the author of "The Medicine Bag"?

• Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve

• J.K. Rowling

• Stephen King

• George R.R. Martin

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 magic potion

• A pebble, sage, and a piece of iron

• A map to hidden treasure

• A secret message