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A Day in the Life of Little Hawk: A Native American Story
Long before skyscrapers and bustling cities, Native American children led a different life. Let's travel back in time to spend a day with a young Native American named Little Hawk. As the sun rises, Little Hawk awakes in his family’s lodge, made of earth and buffalo hide. He helps his mother fetch water from the nearby stream, using containers woven from willow branches. After breakfast, Little Hawk learns hunting and fishing from his father, using tools made of stone and wood. The tribe believes in respecting every life taken for survival, thanking the spirit of the animal or fish. In the afternoon, Little Hawk joins the other children in a game of Lacrosse, using a leather ball and sticks with netted ends. They played not just for fun, but also to develop skills and strength. In the evening, everyone gathers around the fire. Elders share tales of bravery, wisdom, and respect for Mother Earth. As the stars twinkle above, Little Hawk goes to bed, dreaming about the stories he heard. A day in the life of Little Hawk shows us the Native Americans' strong community spirit, their deep connection with nature, and their wisdom passed down through generations.
Question 1
What did Little Hawk help his mother do in the morning?
Fetch water from the nearby stream
Cook breakfast
Hunt for food
Play lacrosse
Tell stories
Question 2
What is the purpose of playing lacrosse?
For fun only
To compete with neighboring tribes
To develop skills and strength
To honor the animal spirits
No specific reason
Question 3
What does the family lodge made of?
Wood and stone
Willow branches and leaves
Earth and buffalo hide
Leather and feathers
Grass and mud
Question 4
What values are emphasized in the elders' stories?
Bravery, wisdom, and respect for Mother Earth
Power, wealth, and fame
Fear, obedience, and silence
Vanity, pride, and laziness
Hatred, anger, and revenge
Question 5
What does Little Hawk use for hunting and fishing?
Metal tools and nets
Stone and wood tools
Plastic and rubber tools
Glass and ceramic tools
Bone and ivory tools
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