Ishi: Last of His Tribe | Teaching Key Figures

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Ishi - This character is one of only seven remaining members of the Yahi tribe during childhood, and is the only remaining tribe member by adulthood.

Mother - This character raises two sons and a niece, and holds the Yahi village together.

Elder Uncle - This character is responsible for most strategic decisions in the village of Tuliyani, but with age, gradually passes this authority to a younger leader.

Tushi - This character rejects marriage in order to stay with family.

Timawi - This character helps to feed and protect the village and...
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