A True Diary of a Part-Time Indian

Rowdy's perspective on reservation life: How does Rowdy view life on the reservation compared to Junior?

• Rowdy views life on the reservation with admiration and respect.

• Rowdy views life on the reservation with indifference and apathy.

• Rowdy views life on the reservation with joy and contentment.

• Rowdy views life on the reservation with anger and resentment.

Rowdy's perspective on reservation life: What are the key differences in Rowdy and Junior's perspectives on reservation life?

• Attitudes towards leaving the reservation and views on future opportunities

• Views on traditional dances

• Favorite food on the reservation

• Opinions on the weather

Comparison of Rowdy and Junior's experiences: Compare and contrast Rowdy and Junior's experiences with discrimination and prejudice.

• Discussing the physical appearance of Rowdy and Junior

• Analyzing how each character faces discrimination and prejudice, and identifying the similarities and differences in their experiences.

• Exploring the family backgrounds of Rowdy and Junior

• Comparing the intelligence of Rowdy and Junior

Who is this story by?

• Olivia Cornish

• William Golding

• Sherman Alexie

• None of the above

where does the main character go to school at?

• Wellpinit

• Reardan

• Fairfield

• Covedale

How can the first-person narration best be described in the book?

• The narration is crude and humorous to reflect a teenage boy’s voice

• The narration is reflective of an adult looking back on his life

• The narration is meant to symbolize Arnold’s rejection of his culture

• All the answers are correct

Which “tribe” does Arnold describe himself as belonging to by the end of the novel?

• Spokane Indian

• White

• Multi-tribal

• Cartoonists

How can the character of Arnold Spirit Jr. best be characterized?

• He is a stereotypical Native American teenager

• He is a hot-tempered teenager good at sports but quick to fight

• He is an intelligent, creative teenager who aspires to succeed

• He is a coward who is too weak to fight his own battles

Explain the significance of the title of the book

• He’s only a “part-time” Indian because he lives off the reservation

• Arnold is caught between the world of the “rez” and the “white” world

• It’s meant to be ironic because most of Arnold’s stories are lies

• There is no significance

What is the main theme of 'The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian'?

• Identity and self-discovery

• Romance and relationships

• Science and technology

• War and peace