Quiz : How Well Do You Know About The Song Of Hiawatha?
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 ease? 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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Who was Hiawatha
- A.
French boy
- B.
Indian boy
- C.
Red Indian boy
- D.
Japanese boy
Correct Answer
C. Red Indian boyExplanation
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 The term "Red Indian" is an outdated and potentially offensive term used to refer to Native Americans.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.Rate this question:
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Who was Nokomis?
- A.
Hiawatha,s mother
- B.
Hiawatha,s grandmother
- C.
Hiawatha,s father
- D.
Hiawatha,s grandfather
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B. Hiawatha,s grandmotherExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who were Hiawatha's chickens'?
- A.
Birds
- B.
Squirrels
- C.
Animals
- D.
Beavers
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A. BirdsExplanation
Hiawatha's chickens were birds because chickens are a type of bird.Rate this question:
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Who were his 'brothers'?
- A.
Animals
- B.
Birds
- C.
Ducks
- D.
Squirrels
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A. AnimalsExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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Who wrote the Hiawatha?
- A.
P A ropes
- B.
H W Longfellow
- C.
C Fletcher
- D.
Ruskin Bond
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B. H W LongfellowExplanation
H.W. Longfellow wrote "Hiawatha."Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who did Hiawatha love?
- A.
His toys
- B.
Trees
- C.
Birds and animals
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. His toysExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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In the poem, the rabbit was __________.
- A.
Angry
- B.
Scared
- C.
Clever
- D.
Timid
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D. TimidExplanation
The correct answer is "Timid". This means that in the poem, the rabbit was shy, easily frightened or lacking in confidence.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Where did Hiawatha live?
- A.
In a big city
- B.
In the village
- C.
Wigwam
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. WigwamExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What does a wigwam mean?
- A.
A new house
- B.
A boat
- C.
A hut
- D.
A plane
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C. A hutExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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In The Song of Hiawatha, what is the name of Hiawatha's wife?
- A.
Minnehaha
- B.
Nokomis
- C.
Wenonah
- D.
Pau-Puk-Keewis
Correct Answer
A. MinnehahaExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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