Quiz : How Well Do You Know About The Song Of Hiawatha?

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1. Who was Nokomis?

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Nokomis was Hiawatha's grandmother. This can be inferred from the fact that the name "Nokomis" is commonly associated with being a grandmother figure in Native American culture. Additionally, in Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's epic poem "The Song of Hiawatha," Nokomis is depicted as Hiawatha's grandmother and plays a significant role in his upbringing and guidance.

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Quiz : How Well Do You Know About The Song Of Hiawatha? - Quiz

Just how well do you know about the poem The song of Hiawatha? Do you think you can answer all the questions in this quiz correctly and with... see moreease? If yes, then why not give this fun quiz a try? The quiz will test your knowledge of this beautiful poem. There are four options given below and out out of them only one is correct. You have to pick the correct option to get a good score. Please make sure to read all the questions carefully before answering. There is no time bar. Good Luck!
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2. In the poem, the rabbit was __________.

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The correct answer is "Timid". This means that in the poem, the rabbit was shy, easily frightened or lacking in confidence.

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3. Where did Hiawatha live? 

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Hiawatha lived in a wigwam. A wigwam is a traditional Native American dwelling made of poles and covered with bark or animal hides. It was a common type of housing for many Native American tribes, including the Iroquois people, among whom Hiawatha is a prominent figure. Living in a wigwam would have been typical for Hiawatha during that time period.

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4. What does a wigwam mean?

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A wigwam is a type of dwelling that was traditionally used by Native American tribes. It is a dome-shaped structure made of a framework of poles covered with bark or animal skins. It is typically used as a temporary or seasonal shelter. Therefore, the correct answer, "A hut," accurately describes what a wigwam is.

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5. Who was Hiawatha

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Hiawatha was a legendary figure in Native American folklore, specifically from the Iroquois Confederacy. He is often depicted as a heroic figure who brought peace and unity to the tribes. The term "Red Indian" is an outdated and potentially offensive term used to refer to Native Americans. Therefore, the correct answer is "Red Indian boy" as it reflects Hiawatha's cultural and historical background.

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6. Who were his 'brothers'?

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The correct answer is "Animals" because the question is asking about the "brothers" of someone, and typically "brothers" refers to male siblings. Since animals can be male, it makes sense that the correct answer would be animals.

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7. Who wrote the Hiawatha?

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H.W. Longfellow wrote "Hiawatha."

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8. Who were Hiawatha's chickens'?

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Hiawatha's chickens were birds because chickens are a type of bird.

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9. Who did Hiawatha love? 

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Hiawatha loved his toys. This is evident from the given options where the other choices are trees, birds, and animals, which are not related to the concept of love for toys. Therefore, the correct answer is his toys.

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10. In The Song of Hiawatha, what is the name of Hiawatha's wife?

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Minnehaha, meaning "laughing water," is the beloved wife of Hiawatha in Longfellow's poem. She is a beautiful and gentle woman from the Dakota tribe, and her love story with Hiawatha is a central theme in the poem.

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Who was Nokomis?
In the poem, the rabbit was __________.
Where did Hiawatha live? 
What does a wigwam mean?
Who was Hiawatha
Who were his 'brothers'?
Who wrote the Hiawatha?
Who were Hiawatha's chickens'?
Who did Hiawatha love? 
In The Song of Hiawatha, what is the name of Hiawatha's wife?
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