Pemmican

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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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/pemmican

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. What is pemmican?Pemmican is a special snack made by Indigenous peoples of North America. It is made from dried meat, animal fat (tallow), and sometimes dried berries. It is very high in calories and can last for years.
2. Why do explorers like Ernest Shackleton use pemmican?Explorers use pemmican because it is lightweight, non‑perishable, and gives a lot of energy. It keeps people strong even in very cold places like the Arctic and Antarctica.

Caloric Density: A measure of the energy content of food relative to its weight or volume, crucial for endurance.
Macronutrient: A type of food (like fat, protein, or carbohydrate) required in large amounts for energy and bodily functions.
Shelf Stability: The ability of a food product to remain safe and maintain its quality for an extended period without refrigeration.
Cultural Exchange: The process by which different cultures share and adopt aspects of each other's practices, beliefs, and technologies.