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Indian Education

Indian Education . From The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heave n By Sherman Alexie. First Grade . What stereotypes about Native Americans does Sherman Alexie mock in this section? . Second grade . In this section, the narrator talks about cutting his braids—what’s that all about?.

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Indian Education

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  1. Indian Education From The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven By Sherman Alexie

  2. First Grade • What stereotypes about Native Americans does Sherman Alexie mock in this section?

  3. Second grade • In this section, the narrator talks about cutting his braids—what’s that all about?

  4. Third grade • “I’m still waiting.” • What might Alexie’s narrator be talking about here? • What is the greater commentary that is being made?

  5. Fourth grade • Comment on the use of language in this section. • What words/phrases have greater connotation here?

  6. Fifth grade • Discuss the idea of “choice” in this section.

  7. Sixth grade • “Always throw the first punch.” • How can you interpret this line?

  8. Seventh grade • What do you notice about race/racism in this section?

  9. Eighth grade • Describe the irony that is occurring in this passage.

  10. Ninth grade • “Sharing dark skin doesn’t necessarily make two men brothers.” • Discuss this line—how does it apply to the lives of Native people or others today?

  11. Tenth grade • “everything looks like a noose if you stare at it long enough.” • What do you think are the “nooses” in the lives of Native people today?

  12. Eleventh grade • What are your thoughts on Native Americans as mascots?

  13. Twelfth grade • “they look back toward tradition.” • What do you think this means??

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