Excerpt from Old Indian Days by Charles A. Eastman
In the Sioux maiden’s mind there was turmoil. A close attachment to the little wild creature had already taken root there, contending with the sense of justice that was strong within her. Now womanly sympathy for the mother was in control, and now a desire to possess and protect her helpless pet.
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Question
Use the excerpt from “Snana’s Fawn” to answer the question.
How is Snana’s Dakota identity used to enrich the text?
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Responses
A belief that all life is connected prompts her to speak to the deer.
A belief that all life is connected prompts her to speak to the deer.
Her connection to the land helps her identify the hunter.
Her connection to the land helps her identify the hunter.
A sense of duty to her people and her love for the fawn creates conflict.
A sense of duty to her people and her love for the fawn creates conflict.
Her generosity stops her from keeping the fawn from its mother.
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A sense of duty to her people and her love for the fawn creates conflict.
This response highlights the internal struggle Snana experiences, reflecting her Dakota identity and values. She feels a strong connection to both the natural world and her cultural responsibilities, which creates a rich complexity in her character and the narrative.
