Cusi's Secret Story Comp. Questions

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What is a quipu?

Back

A quipu is an ancient Incan tool used for recording information, consisting of colored threads and knots.

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Who is Cusi?

Back

Cusi is the main character in the story who is curious about the quipu and its secrets.

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What does it mean to pass down a family legacy?

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To pass down a family legacy means to transmit traditions, values, or knowledge from one generation to another.

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What is the significance of Cusi's great grandmother in the story?

Back

Cusi's great grandmother is important because she passed down the family legacy to Cusi.

Front

What point of view is used in Cusi's Secret Story?

Back

The story is told from a third person point of view.

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Why was the man excited when Cusi asked about the quipu?

Back

The man was excited because he was pleased that Cusi showed interest in learning about the quipu.

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What was Cusi's belief about the quipu?

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Cusi believed that the quipu held secrets that were key to great knowledge.

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What did Cusi want to achieve by making a quipu?

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Cusi wanted to keep school records and prevent merchants from cheating them.

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What was the reaction of the man when Cusi asked about the quipu?

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The man had mixed reactions; he was excited but also showed anger and dismissiveness.

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What role does education play in Cusi's story?

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Education is portrayed as a means for Cusi to gain knowledge and challenge societal norms.