Story of Yehcnih Nodnal in Arabian Desert, 560 CE

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Based on the story, what do the presence of hyenas and wolves suggest about the challenges Yehcnih Nodnal faced in his search for water?

The presence of hyenas and wolves indicates that Yehcnih Nodnal faced dangerous conditions and potential threats to his safety while searching for water in the desert.

How does the narrative connect Yehcnih Nodnal's quest for water to the significance of Muhammad, despite the fictional elements?

The narrative portrays Yehcnih Nodnal as a selfless and caring person who prioritizes Muhammad's well-being. This could be seen as an attempt to highlight Muhammad's importance, even though the story is largely fictional.

The story presents contradictory information about Yehcnih Nodnal's lifespan. Identify this contradiction and explain how it affects the story.

The story claims Yehcnih Nodnal was 10 years old in 560 CE and died at 103 in 663 CE. This is a contradiction because it would mean he lived for 113 years. This affects the story by creating a sense of unreliability; it is difficult to be confident in the story's more general claims.

If the story is historical fiction, what elements might be based on actual historical context, and what elements are likely fictionalized?

<p>The setting in the Arabian Desert in 560 CE and the reference to Muhammad could be based on historical context. Yehcnih Nodnal, his quest, and the specific events of his life are likely fictionalized.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would you describe the tone of the narrative, considering it is presented as a 'kids historical fiction story'?

<p>The tone appears to be lighthearted and adventurous, indicated by the 'bye bye' at the conclusion. But there is an element of tragedy with Yehcnih Nodnal's death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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560 CE

The approximate time period in which the story takes place.

Yehcnih Nodnal's relation to Muhammad

According to the story, Yehcnih Nodnal was Muhammad's second cousin.

Yehcnih Nodnal's Quest

The story portrays Yehcnih Nodnal searching for water for Muhammad in the desert.

Setting of the Story

The story is set in the Arabian Desert.

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Cause of Yehcnih Nodnal's (fictional) death

According to the story, Yehcnih Nodnal died at the age of 103, after being attacked by wolves and hyenas.

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Study Notes

The story occurs in the Arabian Desert in 560 CE.
At the time, Muhammad was a young child.
Yehcnih Nodnal, a 10-year-old Islamic person and Muhammad's second cousin, sought water for the thirsty Muhammad.
Yehcnih Nodnal searched the desert extensively, encountering numerous hyenas and wolves.
He successfully located a water well.
Yehcnih Nodnal died at the age of 103 on November 7, 663, due to an attack by wolves and hyenas.

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Yehcnih Nodnal, a 10-year-old, searches the Arabian Desert for water for young Muhammad. He faces hyenas and wolves to find a well. Yehcnih Nodnal dies at 103 in 663 CE after an attack by wolves and hyenas.