The Birchbark House Chapter 1

Front

What sensory detail indicates that it is summer in Chapter 1 of The Birchbark House?

Back

The air was fresh, delicious, smelling of new leaves in the woods.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

How does Omakayas feel about her sister Angeline in Chapter 1?

Back

Omakayas is envious of Angeline's beauty.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

What does Omakayas hope for regarding her appearance in relation to Angeline?

Back

She hopes that she herself will turn out like Angeline.

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

Front

What does the term 'cold-hearted' imply about Angeline's character?

Back

It means she can be mean sometimes.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How does Omakayas describe her little brother, Little Pinch?

Back

She describes him as mischievous and greedy.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What is the significance of the setting in Chapter 1 of The Birchbark House?

Back

The setting reflects the season and mood, indicating it is summer.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What emotions does Omakayas experience in relation to her sister's beauty?

Back

She experiences jealousy and envy.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

How does the author use sensory details to enhance the setting in Chapter 1?

Back

The author describes the fresh air and smells of new leaves to create a vivid summer atmosphere.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What can be inferred about Omakayas's character based on her feelings towards Angeline?

Back

Omakayas is sensitive and self-conscious about her own appearance.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

Front

In what ways does Angeline's behavior affect Omakayas's feelings?

Back

Angeline's cold-heartedness can exacerbate Omakayas's feelings of jealousy.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3