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Inference about Father Paul's motives: The best inference about Father Paul’s motives for going with Leon to sprinkle holy water on Teofilo’s grave is "He hopes to integrate his beliefs into theirs as much as possible." This selection suggests that he seeks to honor both his own rituals and the traditions of the Pueblo people, indicating an effort to find common ground and respect their customs.
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Symbol that best represents traditional Pueblo culture: The detail from the excerpt that best symbolizes traditional Pueblo culture is "the red blanket." In many Indigenous cultures, including Pueblo, blankets are significant in ceremonies, represent warmth and comfort, and are often tied to cultural identity and heritage. The presence of the red blanket can signify respect for the deceased and connection to cultural practices.
Read the excerpt from Leslie Marmon Silko’s story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds."
His fingers were stiff, and it took him a long time to twist the lid off the holy water. Drops of water fell on the red blanket and soaked into dark icy spots. He sprinkled the grave and the water disappeared almost before it touched the dim, cold sand; it reminded him of something—he tried to remember what it was, because he thought if he could remember he might understand this. He sprinkled more water; he shook the container until it was empty, and the water fell through the light from sundown like August rain that fell while the sun was still shining, almost evaporating before it touched the wilted squash flowers.
What inference can be made about Father Paul’s motives for going with Leon to sprinkle holy water on Teofilo’s grave?
He hopes that Teofilo’s family will allow him to hold a funeral Mass.
He hopes to integrate his beliefs into theirs as much as possible.
He is performing last rites for Teofilo without the knowledge of Teofilo’s family.
He is curious about the funeral customs of the Pueblo people.
Read the excerpt from Leslie Marmon Silko’s story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds."
"We found him under a cottonwood tree in the big arroyo near sheep camp. I guess he sat down to rest in the shade and never got up again." Leon walked toward the old man's bed. The red plaid shawl had been shaken and spread carefully over the bed, and a new brown flannel shirt and pair of stiff new Levi's were arranged neatly beside the pillow. Louise held the screen door open while Leon and Ken carried in the red blanket. He looked small and shriveled, and after they dressed him in the new shirt and pants he seemed more shrunken.
What detail from this excerpt best symbolizes traditional Pueblo culture?
the cottonwood tree
the new brown shirt
the old man’s bed
the red blanket
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Leon watched him climb the hill, and when he had disappeared within the tall, thick walls, Leon turned to look up at the high blue mountains in the deep snow that reflected a faint red light from the west. He felt good because it was finished, and he was happy about the sprinkling of the holy water; now the old man could send them big thunderclouds for sure.
What does the holy water symbolize for Leon?
It symbolizes his ties to the Catholic Church.
It symbolizes his love and affection for Teofilo.
It symbolizes his Pueblo traditions and hope for rain.
It symbolizes his strong rejection of Pueblo traditions.
Which excerpt from "The Man to Send Rain Clouds" best illustrates how Leon’s beliefs differ from those of Father Paul?
"Well, I'm glad you understand. I hope I'll be seeing you at Mass this week—we missed you last Sunday. See if you can get old Teofilo to come with you." The priest smiled and waved at them as they drove away.
Leon walked toward the old man's bed. The red plaid shawl had been shaken and spread carefully over the bed, and a new brown flannel shirt and pair of stiff new Levi's were arranged neatly beside the pillow.
It was noontime now because the church bells rang the Angelus. They ate the beans with hot bread, and nobody said anything until after Teresa poured the coffee.
Leon turned to look up at the high blue mountains in the deep snow that reflected a faint red light from the west. He felt good because it was finished, and he was happy about the sprinkling of the holy water; now the old man could send them big thunderclouds for sure.
Read the excerpt from Leslie Marmon Silko’s story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds."
His fingers were stiff, and it took him a long time to twist the lid off the holy water. Drops of water fell on the red blanket and soaked into dark icy spots. He sprinkled the grave and the water disappeared almost before it touched the dim, cold sand; it reminded him of something—he tried to remember what it was, because he thought if he could remember he might understand this. He sprinkled more water; he shook the container until it was empty, and the water fell through the light from sundown like August rain that fell while the sun was still shining, almost evaporating before it touched the wilted squash flowers.
Which statement best describes the significance of the holy water in this excerpt?
The priest hopes that the holy water will provide the Pueblo people with the water they need.
The Pueblo people embrace Christianity as the holy water is sprinkled on Teofilo’s grave.
The holy water becomes a symbol of Pueblo traditions and loses its significance as a Christian symbol.
The holy water is important to both the priest and Leon, but it is important for different reasons.
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What does the holy water symbolize for Leon?
The best answer is "It symbolizes his Pueblo traditions and hope for rain." In the context of the story, the holy water reflects Leon's connection to both his cultural heritage and his desire for rain, which is a crucial element for the land and the community. -
Which excerpt best illustrates how Leon’s beliefs differ from those of Father Paul?
The best excerpt that illustrates the difference between Leon's beliefs and those of Father Paul is: "Well, I'm glad you understand. I hope I'll be seeing you at Mass this week—we missed you last Sunday. See if you can get old Teofilo to come with you." This dialogue highlights Father Paul's desire to engage Leon and Teofilo with the Catholic Church and suggests a differing level of commitment to the Church’s practices compared to Leon’s more culturally integrated approach. -
Which statement best describes the significance of the holy water in this excerpt?
The best statement is "The holy water is important to both the priest and Leon, but it is important for different reasons." This reflects the dual significance of the holy water: for Father Paul, it represents the Catholic rite and his religious duties, whereas for Leon, it embodies cultural traditions and the mingling of spiritual practices derived from both his Pueblo background and the influence of Christianity.
language that directly states what it means
the representation of one idea by another
an exaggeration of the way things really are
language that is not intended to be taken literally
Which excerpt from Leslie Marmon Silko’s story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds" contains an example of personification?
The priest approached the grave slowly, wondering how they had managed to dig into the frozen ground. . . .
His fingers were stiff, and it took him a long time to twist the lid off the holy water.
The wind pulled the priest’s brown Franciscan robe and swirled away the corn meal and pollen that had been sprinkled on the blanket.
He felt good because it was finished, and he was happy about the sprinkling of the holy water. . . .
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Which phrase best defines the term “figurative language”?
The best definition for "figurative language" is "language that is not intended to be taken literally." Figurative language uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation, often to create a more vivid or expressive description. -
Which excerpt from Leslie Marmon Silko’s story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds" contains an example of personification?
The excerpt that contains an example of personification is: "The wind pulled the priest’s brown Franciscan robe and swirled away the corn meal and pollen that had been sprinkled on the blanket." In this case, the wind is given the human-like ability to "pull" and "swirl," which are actions typically associated with living beings, thus illustrating personification.
The priest stared down at his scuffed brown loafers and the worn hem of his cassock. "For a Christian burial it was necessary."
His voice was distant, and Leon thought that his blue eyes looked tired.
"It's O.K., Father, we just want him to have plenty of water."
The priest sank down into the green chair and picked up a glossy missionary magazine. He turned the colored pages full of lepers and pagans without looking at them.
"You know I can't do that, Leon. There should have been the Last Rites and a funeral Mass at the very least."
Based on this excerpt, what can be inferred about Father Paul’s feelings?
He secretly feels frustrated that Leon and the Pueblo people hold on to their traditional beliefs.
He hopes to convince the Pueblo people to convert from their traditional beliefs to Christianity.
He is upset because he is unable to stand up to Leon’s demands and manipulations.
He is discouraged because Leon does not view the holy water as a holy symbol.
Read the excerpt from Leslie Marmon Silko’s story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds."
The priest sank down into the green chair and picked up a glossy missionary magazine. He turned the colored pages full of lepers and pagans without looking at them.
"You know I can't do that, Leon. There should have been the Last Rites and a funeral Mass at the very least."
Leon put on his green cap and pulled the flaps down over his ears. "It's getting late, Father. I've got to go."
When Leon opened the door Father Paul stood up and said, "Wait." He left the room and came back wearing a long brown overcoat.
What does the outcome of this discussion reveal about the priest?
He decides to surrender himself wholly to the traditional beliefs of the Pueblo people.
He realizes that he can provide a Catholic burial for Teofilo by sprinkling holy water on the grave.
Though he wants to spread his religion, his friendship with Leon overshadows this desire.
Though he wants to promote his religious beliefs, he is willing to make some sacrifices.
Read the excerpt from Leslie Marmon Silko’s story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds."
"What did you say? I didn't hear you."
"I said that I had been thinking about something."
"About what?”
"About the priest sprinkling holy water for Grandpa. So he won't be so thirsty."
What does this dialogue reveal about Louise?
She follows some of the spiritual ideas of the Pueblo people.
She is a devout follower of the Catholic Church.
She often turns to Father Paul for support and guidance.
She wants Teofilo to receive his last rites from Father Paul.
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Based on the excerpt, what can be inferred about Father Paul’s feelings?
The best inference is "He secretly feels frustrated that Leon and the Pueblo people hold on to their traditional beliefs." This frustration is suggested by Father Paul's insistence on the need for Last Rites and a funeral Mass, which indicate a conflict between his desire to uphold Catholic traditions and the preferences of Leon and the Pueblo people. -
What does the outcome of this discussion reveal about the priest?
The outcome reveals that "Though he wants to promote his religious beliefs, he is willing to make some sacrifices." Father Paul’s actions show his desire to provide something meaningful to Leon and honor Teofilo’s death, even if it means not adhering strictly to Catholic protocol. -
What does this dialogue reveal about Louise?
The dialogue reveals that "She follows some of the spiritual ideas of the Pueblo people." Louise's mention of the priest sprinkling holy water for her grandfather, in a way that it would help him not be "so thirsty," suggests her acceptance of a blending of beliefs between their traditional Pueblo customs and the Catholic practice.
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