The American Indian Voice Essay
The American Indian Voice
Directions
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Part 1
Answer the following questions in complete sentences. (Each question is worth two points)
1. Write a sentence that includes a noun phrase. Indicate the noun phrase by placing it in italics. Then, rewrite the sentence showing the phrase acting as a noun.
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Has anyone seen an old, big, brown dog?
2. Write a two- or three-sentence character description that fits the trickster archetype.
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A trickster charter represents challenge. The character is intelligent …show more content…
4. Select a category of creation story and describe the basic premise, as well as any identifying elements.
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Creation from chaos stories begin with the universe in disorder and confusion. Chaos can be represented by a monster in a story. Other stories feature chaos in the form of a void or obscurity.
Part 2
Answer the following question in one to two paragraphs. The question is worth 10 points in total, but partial answers may receive partial credit. (Each question is worth ten points)
1. Read the creation story provided, and then answer the following questions. What type of creation story is this? Which archetypes, if any, are present in this story? Support both answers using specific examples from the text.
When the hands of Time began to move, there was nothing to count the seconds as they passed, save a single oak seed. The oak seed sprouted, and as the shell broke open, a tremendous tree sprang forth. Among the many branches was a single flower bud. When the flower opened, nestled in the center of the petals was the Earth. The Earth ripened and fell from the tree, suspended in the heavens as it is
Directions
Please save this document before you begin working on the assignment. Type your answers directly in the document.
_________________________________________________________________________
Part 1
Answer the following questions in complete sentences. (Each question is worth two points)
1. Write a sentence that includes a noun phrase. Indicate the noun phrase by placing it in italics. Then, rewrite the sentence showing the phrase acting as a noun.
Type your response here:
Has anyone seen an old, big, brown dog?
2. Write a two- or three-sentence character description that fits the trickster archetype.
Type your response here:
A trickster charter represents challenge. The character is intelligent …show more content…
4. Select a category of creation story and describe the basic premise, as well as any identifying elements.
Type your response here:
Creation from chaos stories begin with the universe in disorder and confusion. Chaos can be represented by a monster in a story. Other stories feature chaos in the form of a void or obscurity.
Part 2
Answer the following question in one to two paragraphs. The question is worth 10 points in total, but partial answers may receive partial credit. (Each question is worth ten points)
1. Read the creation story provided, and then answer the following questions. What type of creation story is this? Which archetypes, if any, are present in this story? Support both answers using specific examples from the text.
When the hands of Time began to move, there was nothing to count the seconds as they passed, save a single oak seed. The oak seed sprouted, and as the shell broke open, a tremendous tree sprang forth. Among the many branches was a single flower bud. When the flower opened, nestled in the center of the petals was the Earth. The Earth ripened and fell from the tree, suspended in the heavens as it is