A Raven Flies South Flashcards
(13 cards)
General plot outline
Story follows young indigenous boy named raven. He wakes up early a November morning seeking solitude and a connection with nature. He walks to the river to perform a ritual taught by his grandmother. During this moment, raven contemplates his twin brothers death and contrasting religions beliefs.
Who were the contrasting religious beliefs between?
His Christian mother and his cree heritage.
What are the main characters?
Raven, Grandmother (kooks), and mother.
Describe raven
Protagonist, west coast indigenous boy, navigating the complexities of his cultural identity.
Describe the grandmother (kooks)
Ravens Cree grandmother, teaches him traditional values.
Describe ravens mother.
Christian, contrasts ravens Cree heritage, highlights the generational and cultural divide.
Unwell, may have went to residential schools.
Lessons taught in a raven flies south
-Don’t judge others
-Self acceptance
-Grief
-Nature
-Responsibility
What literary devices are prominent in a raven flies south?
Symbolism and imagery
What symbolism is shown?
The raven symbolizes freedom and the connection between raven and his namesake.
The river symbolizes strength and a link to nature.
Offering ritual signifies respect for ancestors and tradition.
Examples of imagery.
The way raven perceives nature in the first paragraph of the story. It engages the reader into the story and atmosphere.
What does the third person POV allow?
Allows the reader to experience Ravens internal thoughts and emotions, it provides insight into his present struggles and growth.
What’s the setting of this story?
BC, near a river.
Acts as a sacred space for personal healing.
Nature isn’t a background it’s interactive and meaningful.
Main conflict?
Man vs self
