Text King, Thomas. The Truth about Stories: A Native Narrative. 3rd ed.

, University
of Minnesota Press, 2008.

Quote
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sentences. “What kind of a world might we have created with that kind of story?
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Unfortunately, by the time we arrived in the wilderness, broke and homeless,
include citation in the story of being made in God’s image, of living in paradise, of naming the
MLA style: animals must have gone to our heads, for a while we weren’t the strongest or the
fastest or the fiercest creatures on the planet, we were, certainly, as it turned out,
Eg. (King 23) the most arrogant.” (King 28)

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Commentary
In less than 200
words, write a
response to your
chosen quote.
This quote is insinuating that humans, in their belief of being created in God’s
image and living in paradise, became arrogant. Their arrogance led to certain
1) What stands out actions and behaviors that shaped our world in a certain way. They may have
and why? overused natural resources without considering the consequences and thinking
2) What questions that they had absolute rule over the Earth. This arrogance could have led to
does this passage
produce for you?
overhunting, destruction, deforestation, and depopulation of the natural
3) What connections environment. It could also disrupt ecosystems and deplete our natural
do you make? resources. Additionally, the arrogance might have caused conflicts between
humans and made it challenging to build harmonious and sustainable
communities. Overtime, these conflicts would create major consequences
including social unrest, environmental damage, and a chaotic relationship
between humans and nature. Overall, this quote reminds us of the importance
of humbleness and responsibility for the Earth, as well as the need to
understand our place in life.
Concept
Connection This quote represents how arrogance has played a significant role in shaping
In 2-4 sentences, human behavior and interactions with the environment in real life.
make a connection to Throughout history, humans have often exploited natural resources without
a core concept
considering the long term side effects and this has led to extinction of many
species, water and oil crises, and other environmental disasters. This arrogance
has also led to chaos between humans causing world wars with groups believing
that they are superior to others.

Lingering Why does an image/story shape how humans interact so strongly?

Questions how would our world and society look if we had a different creation story or image
Record 1-2 to refer to?
unresolved questions
you have

Text King, Thomas. The Truth about Stories: A Native Narrative. 3rd ed., University
of Minnesota Press, 2008.

Quote “Oh, you can continue to call yourself an Indian, but you can’t live on a
Less than 4-5 reserve. You can continue to tell people that you’re Cree or Blackfoot or
sentences. Ojibway or Mohawk, but you can’t vote in band elections. You can go to
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powwows, sing at a drum, sell arts and crafts if you like, but you are no longer
include citation in eligible for treaty benefits, and neither are your children or their children right
MLA style: down to the end of time. The two generation cut-off clause.”
(King 143)
Eg. (King 23)

Reactions /
Commentary This quote discusses the concerns surrounding Indigenous identity within the
In less than 200
words, write a context of being Native American and its legal hardships. What we see is the
response to your conflict between cultural affiliation and official validation. Individuals might
chosen quote.
hold a deep connection to their Indigenous heritage, whether it be Cree,
1) What stands out Blackfoot, Ojibway, or Mohawk, yet encounter restrictions when it comes to
and why? accessing privileges and being a part of the culture regarding the "two
2) What questions generation cut-off clause." This passage encourages contemplation on the ideas
does this passage of identity and inclusion. Can one actually be considered a member of a
produce for you?
3) What connections
community and a part of its culture when certain privileges and rights are
do you make? withheld based on fees regulations? Are the children and future descendants
being wrongly stripped of their heritage and future opportunities? Lastly, the
quote highlights the broader issue of the consequences of colonialism on
Indigenous populations. It connects to the bigger need for Indigenous rights
and acknowledgement, as well as the need to reconcile with the people for past
wrongdoings. This proves as a reminder of the many hardships encountered by
Indigenous communities in managing their identity in the rules of legal
structures.

Concept
Connection The quote emphasizes that culture includes more than just customs and
In 2-4 sentences, make rituals, it is a basic aspect of one's sense of self and connection to a community.
a connection to a core The tension between one's cultural background and formal legal recognition
concept
highlights how deeply cultural heritage is connected to an individual's identity
and sense of belonging. Legal structures can either help or destroy the
preservation and expression of cultural identities. This quote serves as a
reminder of the significance of acknowledging and honoring the cultural aspect
of one's identity, especially within the issue of Indigenous communities trying
to preserve their heritage and traditions within a legal environment.

Lingering In which ways can cultural heritage go beyond traditional customs?

Questions What are some reasons behind the tension between cultural identification and
Record 1-2 unresolved legal recognition?
questions you have