Windigo: The Flesh-Eating Monster of Native American Legend

The video explores the Wendigo legend, a Native American myth symbolizing winter, hunger, and selfishness. It discusses the Wendigo's portrayal in popular culture, its origins among the Algonquian people, and its characteristics as a humanoid cannibal. The video also covers the Wendigo's historical context, its influence on law and psychiatry, and modern interpretations. The Wendigo serves as a warning against excess and prioritizing self over community, especially in harsh winter conditions.

What are the three major symbolic interpretations of the Wendigo legend?

• Autumn, harvest, and sharing

• Spring, growth, and community

• Winter, hunger, and selfishness

• Summer, abundance, and generosity

Which language family is associated with the origins of the Wendigo legend?

• Iroquoian

• Siouan

• Athabaskan

• Algonquian

What is a common way for a person to become a Wendigo according to the legend?

• By living in a cold climate

• By eating human flesh

• By seeing an owl

• By dreaming of the Wendigo

What environmental conditions are linked to the Wendigo myth?

• Long, harsh winters with heavy snowfall

• Tropical storms and hurricanes

• Mild, temperate climates

• Desert heat and drought

Which European legend was compared to the Wendigo by Jesuit priests?

• Kraken

• Banshee

• Vampire

• Werewolf

In what unusual venue did the Wendigo appear in the late 19th century?

• A fashion show

• A music concert

• A courtroom

• A sports event

What does the Wendigo symbolize in modern interpretations?

• A representation of technological advancement

• A symbol of peace and harmony

• A guide to wealth and prosperity

• A lesson in excess and selfishness