Birchbark House Ch 8

Front

What is a treaty?

Back

A formal agreement between nations.

Front

What does the term 'intricate' mean?

Back

Very complicated or detailed.

Front

Why did Fishtail attend a mission school?

Back

To learn the language of the white man so he would be able to trade, read agreements, and converse without being taken advantage of by them.

Front

What advice did Nokomis give to Angeline about her Anishinabe roots?

Back

It is important for Angeline to keep her Anishinabe roots and traditions, even if she learns the ways and language of the chimookoman.

Front

What evidence shows that Old Tallow's look was not a bad thing?

Back

In Old Tallow's look there was true affection, something she didn't feel for other humans.

Front

What is the significance of learning to read chimookoman's tracks?

Back

It helps prevent being cheated in treaties.

Front

What does 'chimookoman' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

It refers to white people or settlers.

Front

What does Angeline's Grandmother mean by 'Take their ways if you need them'?

Back

It means to adapt to new ways but not to forget one's own culture.

Front

How does the author describe the snow on the cattails?

Back

The snow is described as intricate, trimming the dried reeds and capping the brown furry heads.

Front

What is the role of the Catholic mission school in the story?

Back

It serves as a place for learning the language and ways of the white settlers.