An Interview with Cherie Dimaline

What genre does the book 'The Marrow Thieves' belong to?

• Science fiction

• Romance

• Mystery

• Historical fiction

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Why did Cherie Dimaline write this book specifically for young adults?

• Because she wanted to target a wider audience

• Because she wanted to explore dystopian themes

• Because she wanted to empower Indigenous youth

• Because she wanted to experiment with a new writing style

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What does Cherie Dimaline want young readers to understand through this book?

• The importance of family

• The impact of climate change

• The troubled history of Canada

• The power of dreams

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What awards has 'The Marrow Thieves' won?

• Canada Reads shortlist, Governor General Literary Award, Kirkus Prize, Globe and Mail Best Book

• Pulitzer Prize, Nobel Prize in Literature, Man Booker Prize, National Book Award

• Hugo Award, Nebula Award, Bram Stoker Award, World Fantasy Award

• Caldecott Medal, Newbery Medal, Coretta Scott King Award, Michael L. Printz Award

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What is the main premise of 'The Marrow Thieves'?

• A group of Indigenous people fight against a dystopian government

• A young girl discovers her magical powers in a post-apocalyptic world

• A family embarks on a journey to find a hidden treasure

• A group of teenagers solve a series of mysterious crimes

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Why are some of the younger members of Frenchie's new family disconnected from their Indigenous culture?

• They were born after a cataclysmic change and their parents were taken away

• They were raised in a different country and have no knowledge of their heritage

• They chose to distance themselves from their Indigenous roots

• They were never taught about their Indigenous culture

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Who is Miigwan in 'The Marrow Thieves'?

• The main antagonist

• Frenchie's best friend

• An elder in the group

• A government agent

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What is the significance of dreams in the book?

• Dreams represent hope and mental health

• Dreams are used as a form of mind reading

• Dreams are not significant to the story.

• Dreams are a way to predict the future

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How does Cherie Dimaline's background as a Métis inform her writing?

• It influences the language and structure of her stories

• It limits her creativity and storytelling

• It has no impact on her writing style

• It allows her to write from different cultural perspectives

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What is the main message of 'The Marrow Thieves'?

• The importance of preserving Indigenous culture

• The dangers of climate change

• The power of storytelling and community

• The need for government reform

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