“Stories handed down, usually by word of mouth, from generation-to-generation.”

What is Swah-netk’-qhu?

The Salish name for the Kettle Falls on the Columbia River or for the river itself.

Why does Coyote do what he does when he finds the skull of Buffalo Bull?

He threw it in the air; he kicked it; spat on it; kicked dust on it. In short, he disrespected the remains. He did this b/c Bull Buffalo picked on him when he was alive.

What does the Salish word “Squas-tenk” refer to?

Coyote’s power or spirit-helper

How did Squas-tenk help Coyote?

It made three trees appear for him to climb & hide from the resurrected Buffalo Bull.

Why does Coyote call Buffalo Bull “uncle”?

To flatter him; to charm him and hopefully convince him not to kill him.

How does Coyote help Buffalo Bull?

He makes him new stronger & sharper horns.

How does Buffalo Bull thank Coyote?

He gifts him a young buffalo calf from his regained herd.

. What does Sin-ka-lip mean?

It is the Salish name for “Coyote”; it means “Imitator”.

What is special about Buffalo Bull’s gift to Coyote?

The bull calf will provide Coyote with food forever IF Coyote only cuts & eats from a particular area and does NOT slaughter the animal.

Does Coyote obey Buffalo Bull’s warning regarding his gift?

No; he slaughters the calf to get the choicest meat.

What ate all the buffalo meat?

Crows & magpies (birds of prey).

How is Coyote tricked by an old woman?

She flatters him & tells him he is a strong, brave warrior and should not cook for himself. She offers to cook for him and runs off with the marrow-fat.

What “astonishing” sight does Coyote find when he returns to Buffalo Bull to ask for another buffalo?

The slaughtered bull calf alive & well back with Buffalo Bull’s herd.

For what does this story serve as an explanation?

Why no buffaloes are found along the Columbia River Why buffaloes have the horns that they do The story also emphasizes the characteristics of respect for the dead & obedience to rules & restraint. Coyote & the Old Woman*

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Question	Answer
Define folk tales.	“Stories handed down, usually by word of mouth, from generation-to-generation.”
What Native American group/tribe is responsible for this trickster tale?	Okanogan
What is Swah-netk’-qhu?	The Salish name for the Kettle Falls on the Columbia River or for the river itself.
Why does Coyote do what he does when he finds the skull of Buffalo Bull?	He threw it in the air; he kicked it; spat on it; kicked dust on it. In short, he disrespected the remains. He did this b/c Bull Buffalo picked on him when he was alive.
What does the Salish word “Squas-tenk” refer to?	Coyote’s power or spirit-helper
How did Squas-tenk help Coyote?	It made three trees appear for him to climb & hide from the resurrected Buffalo Bull.
Who/what is responsible for killing Buffalo Bull and stealing his herd?	Young Buffalo
Why does Coyote call Buffalo Bull “uncle”?	To flatter him; to charm him and hopefully convince him not to kill him.
How does Coyote help Buffalo Bull?	He makes him new stronger & sharper horns.
How does the relationship between Coyote & Buffalo Bull change?	They become good friends.
How does Buffalo Bull thank Coyote?	He gifts him a young buffalo calf from his regained herd.
. What does Sin-ka-lip mean?	It is the Salish name for “Coyote”; it means “Imitator”.
What is special about Buffalo Bull’s gift to Coyote?	The bull calf will provide Coyote with food forever IF Coyote only cuts & eats from a particular area and does NOT slaughter the animal.
Does Coyote obey Buffalo Bull’s warning regarding his gift?	No; he slaughters the calf to get the choicest meat.
What ate all the buffalo meat?	Crows & magpies (birds of prey).
How is Coyote tricked by an old woman?	She flatters him & tells him he is a strong, brave warrior and should not cook for himself. She offers to cook for him and runs off with the marrow-fat.
What “astonishing” sight does Coyote find when he returns to Buffalo Bull to ask for another buffalo?	The slaughtered bull calf alive & well back with Buffalo Bull’s herd.
For what does this story serve as an explanation?	Why no buffaloes are found along the Columbia River Why buffaloes have the horns that they do The story also emphasizes the characteristics of respect for the dead & obedience to rules & restraint. Coyote & the Old Woman*

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