The Birchbark House - Chapter 10

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Who was the visitor in Chapter 10 of The Birchbark House?

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A voyager staying the night.

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What illness did the visitor bring with them?

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Smallpox.

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How does Omakayas realize that Deydey is sick?

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Deydey staggered as he walked into the cabin with Neewo.

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What happens to Neewo in Chapter 10?

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He gets smallpox and dies.

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What foreshadowing clues were present regarding Neewo's fate?

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The elders couldn't find a real name for him.

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What is smallpox?

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A contagious disease caused by the variola virus, characterized by fever and a distinctive skin rash.

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What role does Deydey play in Omakayas' life?

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Deydey is Omakayas' father.

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What does the term 'foreshadowing' mean?

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A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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Why is the winter described as cold and harsh in the story?

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It sets the tone for the challenges the characters will face.

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What is the significance of Nokomis asking the spirits for protection?

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It reflects the cultural beliefs and practices of the Anishinabe people.