Native Language Recordings and Emotions

The video explores the recovery of Passamaquoddy language recordings from 19th-century wax cylinders. Dwayne Tomah and Dan Golding visit the National Audio-Visual Conservation Center to listen to these recordings. Dan discovers a personal connection through his great-grandfather's Quechan deer song, which is no longer sung in his community. The experience is emotional for Dan and his son Nathaniel, highlighting the importance of preserving and revitalizing Native languages and traditions.

What year were the Passamaquoddy cylinders recorded?

• 1910

• 1900

• 1890

• 1880

Who is Dan Golding's son that is introduced in the video?

• David

• Nathaniel

• John

• Michael

What is the condition of the wax cylinders mentioned in the video?

• Cracked and chipped

• In very good shape

• Completely broken

• Partially damaged

What is the main purpose of the wax cylinder recordings according to the video?

• To sell as artifacts

• To preserve Native languages

• To entertain

• To use in modern music

How many Native language recordings are mentioned in the video?

• 12,000

• 5,000

• 1,000

• 9,000

What is the name of the Quechan deer song mentioned in the video?

• Kwa'k

• Luna

• Tawa

• Mika

Who was the last person to sing the Quechan deer song?

• Dan Golding

• Nathaniel Golding

• Dwayne Tomah

• Dan Golding's great-grandfather

What emotion does Nathaniel Golding express about the recordings?

• Anger

• Indifference

• Excitement

• Sadness

What is the hope expressed by Nathaniel Golding for the future?

• To ignore the traditions

• To forget the traditions

• To pass down the traditions

• To change the traditions

What is the reaction of Dan Golding upon hearing the recordings?

• Confusion

• Disappointment

• Surprise

• Boredom