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Where is the setting of the book primarily located?
Where is the setting of the book primarily located?
- Spokane Indian Reservation (correct)
- Blackfeet Indian Reservation
- Cherokee Nation Reservation
- Navajo Nation Reservation
What is the main character's name in The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian?
What is the main character's name in The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian?
- Arnold Spirit Jr. (correct)
- Spokane Jr.
- Alexie Jr.
- Junior Spirit
What form of illustrations accompanies the narrative in the book?
What form of illustrations accompanies the narrative in the book?
- Photorealistic drawings
- Comic illustrations (correct)
- Abstract art
- Watercolor paintings
What has caused controversy around The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian?
What has caused controversy around The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian?
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What literary format does the book follow?
What literary format does the book follow?
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Study Notes
Setting and Characters
- The setting of the book is primarily located on the Spokane Indian Reservation and in Reardan, Washington.
- The main character's name is Junior (also known as Arnold Spirit).
Illustrations and Format
- The narrative is accompanied by cartoon-style illustrations, which are an integral part of the storytelling process.
- The book follows a hybrid literary format, blending elements of a novel and a graphic novel.
Controversy
- The book has caused controversy due to its depiction of mature themes, including poverty, racism, and sexuality, which has led to it being banned or challenged in some schools and libraries.
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