Molly's Adventures in Bartering and Culture

Molly of Denali introduces a lesson on bartering, highlighting its importance to Alaska Native peoples. Molly and her friends engage in a trade involving moose antlers, which leads to a series of adventures as they try to retrieve the antlers. The story concludes with a successful trade and a visit to a museum to learn more about Alaska Native culture.

What is the main theme of the introduction section?

• Molly's adventures and exploration

• Molly's love for cooking

• Molly's school life

• Molly's interest in technology

What concept were Molly and Tooey demonstrating in class?

• The significance of teamwork

• The importance of technology

• The concept of bartering

• The art of negotiation

Why is bartering important to Alaska Native peoples?

• It provides entertainment

• It allows them to travel more

• It strengthens bonds between villages

• It helps them learn new skills

What item did Molly and her class plan to trade with the class in Kaktovik?

• A fossilized whale bone

• Moose antlers

• A lunchbox of shells

• A box of agates

What challenge did Molly face in retrieving the moose antlers?

• They were lost in a river

• They were broken

• They were buried by a dog

• They were stolen by another class

Who did Molly and Tooey need to negotiate with to get the moose antlers back?

• Tooey's dad

• Mrs. Marsh

• Mr. Patak

• Auntie Midge

What tool did Molly use to finally locate the moose antlers?

• A magnifying glass

• A map

• A compass

• A metal detector

What did the museum visit teach about Alaska Native culture?

• The role of museums in preserving culture

• The importance of modern technology

• The history of Alaska Native peoples

• The significance of traditional clothing

What activity did the children do at the museum?

• They played a game

• They drew artifacts

• They watched a movie

• They cooked traditional food

What was the unique feature of the parka discussed at the museum?

• It was reversible

• It was waterproof

• It had a sunburst ruff

• It was made of cotton