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What emotion does Rose express to Frenchie before they fall asleep in the tent?
What emotion does Rose express to Frenchie before they fall asleep in the tent?
Frenchie feels completely at peace with everything after he wakes up and sings with Miig.
Frenchie feels completely at peace with everything after he wakes up and sings with Miig.
False
Who is the character that tells Frenchie about healing their lands?
Who is the character that tells Frenchie about healing their lands?
Clarence
Minerva dies in the arms of Rose, Miig, and Frenchie after telling them to always go _____.
Minerva dies in the arms of Rose, Miig, and Frenchie after telling them to always go _____.
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Match the characters with their actions:
Match the characters with their actions:
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What does Dad give Frenchie permission to do?
What does Dad give Frenchie permission to do?
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Frenchie hides to avoid saying goodbye to Rose.
Frenchie hides to avoid saying goodbye to Rose.
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What is the primary reason Frenchie and his family are on the run?
What is the primary reason Frenchie and his family are on the run?
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Frenchie's mom is actively helping them by leading their escape.
Frenchie's mom is actively helping them by leading their escape.
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What significant item do Rose and Frenchie bury with Minerva?
What significant item do Rose and Frenchie bury with Minerva?
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Who becomes Frenchie's surrogate father figure?
Who becomes Frenchie's surrogate father figure?
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Frenchie discovers that his brother __________ sacrifices himself to distract the Recruiters.
Frenchie discovers that his brother __________ sacrifices himself to distract the Recruiters.
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Match the characters with their roles in the story:
Match the characters with their roles in the story:
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Which of the following explains the significance of dreams in the story?
Which of the following explains the significance of dreams in the story?
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The arrival of Rose brings grief into Frenchie's life.
The arrival of Rose brings grief into Frenchie's life.
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What question does Wab raise regarding the nature of people and circumstances?
What question does Wab raise regarding the nature of people and circumstances?
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What happened to Minerva after she was captured by the Recruiters?
What happened to Minerva after she was captured by the Recruiters?
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Wab was happy to talk about her past experiences in the city.
Wab was happy to talk about her past experiences in the city.
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Who raised Rose after her grandmother died?
Who raised Rose after her grandmother died?
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The shape-shifter that Minerva fought is called the ______.
The shape-shifter that Minerva fought is called the ______.
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What does Miig inform Frenchie about the government's actions?
What does Miig inform Frenchie about the government's actions?
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Frenchie feels responsible for the safety of his family.
Frenchie feels responsible for the safety of his family.
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What item did Miig barter for with Frenchie's dad?
What item did Miig barter for with Frenchie's dad?
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Frenchie follows ______ and discovers a cliff incident involving Lincoln and RiRi.
Frenchie follows ______ and discovers a cliff incident involving Lincoln and RiRi.
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How does Wab feel about her mother, based on her story?
How does Wab feel about her mother, based on her story?
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Travis and Lincoln initially act as trustworthy allies.
Travis and Lincoln initially act as trustworthy allies.
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What does Miig consider when he decides to keep news about the government’s actions quiet?
What does Miig consider when he decides to keep news about the government’s actions quiet?
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Match the characters to their experiences:
Match the characters to their experiences:
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After escaping from the school, Miig discovered the back of the truck filled with labeled ______.
After escaping from the school, Miig discovered the back of the truck filled with labeled ______.
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What threat does Lincoln pose to RiRi?
What threat does Lincoln pose to RiRi?
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Study Notes
Frenchie's Journey
- Frenchie, an eleven-year-old Métis boy, experiences a "coming-to" story marked by loss and hardship.
- His father leaves to protest residential school atrocities, and his mother becomes depressed.
- Frenchie and his brother are nearly killed by Recruiters. Frenchie flees, aided by Miig.
- Five years later, Frenchie is sixteen, running with a family comprised of Miig and many other Indigenous teens and children.
Miig's Wisdom and Stories
- Miig reveals Anishnaabe culture, history, and the impact of residential schools.
- He emphasizes the importance of dreams and how they are connected to their bone marrow.
- Residential schools targeted Indigenous heritage and language. Water scarcity and disasters followed
- New residential schools were created to extract Indigenous bone marrow to cultivate dreams.
- Miig shares stories of the past and the present, both familial and historical.
Family Dynamics and Relationships
- Frenchie forms close bonds within his adopted family, navigating complex relationships.
- Rose and Frenchie develop a romantic connection.
- Characters (Wab, RiRi, Slopper, Chi-Boy, & others) share their own difficult "coming-to" stories. These stories detail ongoing trauma and loss from the experiences of residential schools and subsequent impacts.
- RiRi and Slopper's parents are dead. Recruiters stole Minerva's grandson. The Twins died.
Encounters and Conflicts
- The family encounters the Recruiters, who engage in violence against Indigenous people.
- Frenchie and his family find themselves on the run from the Recruiters.
- The family experiences betrayal and violence as they flee the Recruiters.
- Travis & Lincoln are found and are not Recruiters; they were a part of the group.
- Lincoln steals RiRi and falls off a cliff; Frenchie shoots Travis in self-defense.
Community and Survival
- Frenchie's family forms connections within the Indigenous community.
- The family eventually reaches a resistance group.
- The narrative highlights the resilience and unity of the Indigenous people.
- The last act of the narrative conveys the power of dreams and their impact on relationships and survival in the face of danger.
Miig's History
- Miig's past experiences with the residential school system are profound; these experiences greatly shape his actions.
- Miig retrieves the marrow from the truck and sings to get rid of the other vials.
- Miig's personal history is closely intertwined with his family's trauma and survival.
Frenchie's Choices and Growth
- Frenchie wrestles with feelings of loss, responsibility, and his own identity.
- He grapples with his individual choices in the face of societal cruelty.
- Frenchie witnesses loss and faces complex moral dilemmas.
- Frenchie faces the possibility of joining the resistance movement to fight for Indigenous survival.
Resolution and Hope
- Ultimately, Frenchie and his community find strength in their shared experiences and cultural heritage.
- The ability to dream is central to their resilience and the continuing cycle of Indigenous survival.
- New residential school construction and the ongoing fight to protect Indigenous people from violence and subjugation are key factors in the novel's narrative.
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Explore the journey of Frenchie, an Indigenous boy, as he navigates loss and the impact of residential schools. With guidance from Miig, he learns about Anishnaabe culture and the importance of dreams. This quiz delves into family dynamics, cultural history, and the resilience of Indigenous communities.
