Coyote and Raven, American Tricksters: Crash Course World Mythology

The video explores the roles of Coyote and Raven as tricksters in Native American mythology. It discusses their mischievous tales, such as Coyote's poop contest and his creation of constellations, as well as Raven's trick to steal water, which led to his black feathers. These stories highlight the blurred lines between humans and animals in myths and the cultural significance of tricksters as creators and disruptors.

Which two animals are highlighted as famous tricksters in Native American mythology?

• Coyote and Raven

• Fox and Owl

• Bear and Eagle

• Wolf and Hawk

What warning do the rose hips give to Coyote in the story?

• They will make him invisible

• They will cause him flatulence

• They will give him bad breath

• They will make him sleepy

What contest does Coyote propose to the crows?

• A race around the buffalo

• A singing competition

• A defecation contest over the buffalo

• A scavenger hunt

What moral lesson is suggested by the story of Coyote and the crows?

• Never play games

• Always trust strangers

• Be wary of dishonest players

• Don't eat rose hips

In the story from the Wasco people, what does Coyote help create?

• A new river

• A magical forest

• A ladder of arrows to the sky

• A powerful storm

What transformation does Raven undergo in the story?

• He grows larger

• He turns black

• He becomes invisible

• He gains the ability to speak

What does Raven spill to create rivers in the story?

• Seeds of life

• Golden sand

• Water from Petrel's spring

• Magic dust

What is a common theme in the stories of both Coyote and Raven?

• They are always defeated by other animals

• They always help humans

• They are punished for their tricks

• Their tricks often lead to creation

How do Native American myths view the relationship between humans and nature?

• Nature is separate from humans

• Humans dominate nature

• There is a symbiotic relationship

• Nature is feared by humans

What is emphasized about tricksters in Native American culture?

• They are purely evil

• They are detrimental to society

• They contribute positively despite their antics

• They are always punished