Strangers and Dreams in Narratives

A young boy dreams of strange birds, which turn out to be canoes carrying strangers. Despite his warnings, the villagers welcome the strangers, leading to cultural exchanges and a feast. The boy realizes the danger too late, as the strangers leave with some villagers, marking the beginning of cultural loss and transformation.

What wakes the narrator from his dream?

• A bird's call

• The rising sun

• The sound of waves

• A loud clap of thunder

What does the narrator see in his dream?

• Three great winged birds

• A stormy sea

• A forest fire

• A mountain

What is the chief's response to the narrator's warning?

• He decides to hide the villagers

• He dismisses it as a child's bad dream

• He takes it seriously and prepares for defense

• He consults the elders

How do the strangers appear to the villagers?

• Like animals

• Like trees

• Like men but not men

• Like spirits

What do the strangers do when they arrive?

• Plant trees

• Build a fire

• Dance and sing

• Kneel and push sticks into the sand

What gifts does the chief give to the strangers?

• Cotton thread, spears, and parrots

• Gold, silver, and jewels

• Food, water, and shelter

• Clothing, shoes, and hats

What do the strangers give in return?

• Smooth balls, singing shells, and woven headgear

• Weapons, armor, and shields

• Books, maps, and compasses

• Tools, machines, and vehicles

What does the narrator notice about the strangers' eyes?

• They are green and bright

• They are black and deep

• They are red and fiery

• They are blue and gray like the sea

What does the narrator do after recalling his dream?

• He withdraws from the feast

• He confronts the strangers

• He runs to the forest

• He hides in his hammock

What happens to the narrator and some villagers?

• They are taken away by the strangers

• They are given gifts

• They are ignored

• They are left behind