How Coyote Stole Fire

What influence does the setting have on the plot of the story?

• They are in the desert, so it is hot.

• They are near a city, so it is crowded.

• Because it is winter and the people are cold, Coyote steals the fire.

• Because It is set in present day, they don't need fire.

The purpose of this myth is to -

• Tell an interesting story about coyotes.

• Show the reader what a Fire Being is.

• Compare different animals.

• Explain how humans got fire.

Which of the following best explains why Coyote steals fire?

• Grandmother: “The children and I might not live through the deep chill.”

• Storyteller 3: That touch burned the tip of his tail and to this day, coyote tails are white.

• Coyote: “Squirrel! I need you!”

• Fire Being 3: “Please, oh please, return the fire to us!”

Which of the following is the best summary of the play?

• The humans are worried they cannot stay warm and safe during the cruel, hard winter. Grandmother is concerned for herself and the children and Woman knows that snow will soon come. They are grateful for Coyote and his plan so they ask him to stay and enjoy the feast with them.

• Frog and Squirrel want to help Coyote steal fire from the Fire Beings, but they are afraid. The three Fire Beings are surprised by Coyote when he comes to their camp. Squirrel and Frog help by catching fire and throwing it to Wood before the Fire Beings can take it back.

• Man and his family are fearful they will not survive the cold winter. Coyote decides he can help them by stealing fire from the Fire Beings. Frog and Squirrel help Coyote steal fire and Wood swallows it. Coyote shows the humans how to rub pieces of wood together to release fire.

• The Fire Beings gather around Wood and plead with him to return fire to them. Wood will not speak to them each time they beg for fire to be given back. The Fire Beings demand that Wood return fire and when he does not, the Beings become enraged and return to the mountain.

Who made a plan to steal the fire?

• Frog

• Bear

• Indian

• Coyote

What Nez Perce stories have we learned about so far? (There may be more than one option)

• How Coyote Stole Fire from the Pines

• Coyote and the Monster

• Beaver and the Monster

• How Beaver Stole Fire from the Pines

What is the main theme of 'How Coyote Stole Fire'?

• A) The importance of bravery and cunning

• B) The dangers of greed

• C) The value of friendship

• D) The power of nature

Which character helps Coyote in his quest to steal fire?

• A) Bear

• B) Frog

• C) Rabbit

• D) Eagle

What literary device is primarily used in 'How Coyote Stole Fire'?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

In the story, why is fire important to the humans?

• A) It provides light

• B) It keeps them warm

• C) It is used for cooking

• D) It scares away predators