The Secret of the Winter Count

You can tell that Emma's father (338)

• doesn't really believe in Little People or the secret of a Winter Count.

• tries to end the drought by talking to Star Walker himself.

• shares the same mystical dreams as Emma.

• is a mathematician who has made many Winter Counts himself.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the main theme of 'The Secret of the Winter Count'?

• Mystical dreams and their meanings

• The importance of historical records

• The relationship between humans and nature

• The power of storytelling

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which character in 'The Secret of the Winter Count' is known for their skepticism?

• Emma

• Emma's father

• Star Walker

• Little People

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

In 'The Secret of the Winter Count', what role does Star Walker play?

• A historian

• A mystical figure

• A mathematician

• A storyteller

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What literary device is predominantly used in 'The Secret of the Winter Count'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Irony

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

Which of the following best describes the setting of 'The Secret of the Winter Count'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A mystical realm

• A historical site

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What is the significance of the Winter Count in the story?

• It predicts the future

• It records historical events

• It is a magical artifact

• It is a family heirloom

How does Emma's perception of the Winter Count change throughout the story?

• She becomes more skeptical

• She gains a deeper understanding

• She remains indifferent

• She becomes fearful

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is the primary conflict in 'The Secret of the Winter Count'?

• Man vs. Nature

• Man vs. Self

• Man vs. Society

• Man vs. Technology

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Which character is most associated with the theme of storytelling in 'The Secret of the Winter Count'?

• Emma

• Emma's father

• Star Walker

• Little People

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9