The Man to Send Rain Clouds

by Leslie Marmon Silko

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What is the conflict in "The Man to Send Rain Clouds" by Leslie Silko?

In "The Man to Send Rain Clouds," what is the relationship of the two religions within the community?

What insight into the pueblo people does the priest gain during the funeral ceremony in "A Man to Send Rain Clouds" by Leslie Marmon Silko?

Why do Leon and Ken do a ritual in "The Man to Send Rain Clouds"?

In Leslie Marmon Silko's "The Man to Send Rainclouds," what do Leon's thoughts after Teofilos's burial reveal about his views on death?

What is it that Father Paul is trying to understand in the story, "The man to Send Rain Clouds," by Leslie Marmon Silko?  

Who is Teofilo in “The Man to Send Rain Clouds”? A. a Roman Catholic missionary B. Louise's son C. an old Pueblo Indian who has died before the story opens D. the leader of the Pueblo community

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What ceremonial elements are used at Teofilo's funeral?

Explain the story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds" by Leslie Marmon Silko. 

What are the themes and symbols in the story? What role do the symbols play in the story, and how do the symbols connect to the theme?

In "The Man to Send Rain Clouds," what evidence suggests that the Laguna move in the two worlds: that of the Christian workers and that of their traditional culture?

In "The Man to Send Rainclouds," what are the conflict and resolution in the story?

What value is placed on the characters' actions in "The Man to Send Rain Clouds"?

What special power did Leon and Ken think the grandfather might have in "The Man to Send Rain Clouds"?

Discuss the climax and resolution of the the story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds" by Leslie Marmon Silko.

Share your impressions on whether Teofilo has a "good" funeral in "The Man to Send Rainclouds"?

Did you like the story "The Man to Send Rain Clouds"? Which of the characters did you like or identify with?