Birchbark House

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What happened to the people on Spirit Island?

Back

They had all died of smallpox.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What is a key theme of 'Birchbark House'?

Back

Family, growing up, and dealing with loss.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

Who is DeyDey in 'Birchbark House'?

Back

A character who said, 'My little frog, you could bring down a bear with the strength in your club!'.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What saved Omakayas' life?

Back

The birds' lullaby.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does charcoal on a child's face signify?

Back

That the child was ready to starve for a vision.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the significance of Spirit Island in the story?

Back

It is the setting where Omakayas and her family live and face challenges.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

Who is Omakayas?

Back

The main character of 'Birchbark House', a young girl who learns about her heritage.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What role does family play in 'Birchbark House'?

Back

Family is central to the story, representing support and love.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the term 'smallpox' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

A disease that affected the people on Spirit Island.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How does Omakayas grow throughout the story?

Back

She learns about loss, resilience, and her identity.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3