Exercise
Native American Tales: Respect for Nature
Explore traditional Native American stories centered on showing respect for the natural world and its creatures.
Questions
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MultiChoice
In 'How Bear Lost His Tail', why did Bear lose his long tail?
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What lesson does Bear learn from Fox's trick?
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In many Native American legends, why do animals have distinct features?
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In 'How the Turtle Got Its Shell', what trait does Turtle display?
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What theme is central to Native American origin folktales?
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How do characters in origin tales usually show respect for nature?
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WordsBox
The ancient legends teach us to respect the ____ and care for every ____
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Bear was ____ to listen to Fox's misleading ____
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MultiChoice
Why is the Great Spirit often included in these legends?
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What happens when an animal character acts selfishly in a myth?
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What value is taught through stories about the Earth's creation?
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What does Turtle's cracked shell represent in folktales?