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Cultural Group
Example of Cultural Text Form
Meaning/Purpose
Mode of Communication
Inuit/Inuvialuit
Drum dance
A combination of drumming and dance, traditionally performed by men Drum dances may be used as a peaceful way to settle disputes
To be listened to, viewed, and presented
Tsimshian
Button blanket
A robe decorated with white buttons forming images of an animal that represent the clan of the individual wearing the blanket
To be viewed, read, and presented
Tsimshian
Dances such as the raven dance and the killer whale dance
Dances that communicate important stories about history and creation Families and/or clans collect and protect these dances, which
are passed from one generation to the next
To be presented and viewed
Appendix to the English Courses
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