Mother Solomon

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/mother-solomon

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Mother Solomon born?November 1816
2. Where was Mother Solomon born?Marion County, Ohio
3. What is Mother Solomon known for?Wyandot nanny, cultural activist, and advocate for community heritage
4. What is the death?August 18, 1890
5. What is the cultural significance?Her life exemplifies resilience and the importance of preserving Indigenous traditions

Wyandot Nation: An Indigenous people with deep historical ties to the Great Lakes region, known for their resilience and cultural contributions.
Indian Removal Act: A controversial U.S. federal law enacted in 1830 that authorized the president to negotiate removal treaties with Native American tribes, leading to forced displacement.
Cultural Activism: Efforts to promote, preserve, and revitalize the traditions, languages, and arts of a specific cultural group.
Oral Tradition: The transmission of knowledge, history, and cultural practices through storytelling and spoken word, vital for Indigenous cultures.