Trickster & Windigo: Lecture Notes Review

A collection of vocabulary flashcards to help understand key concepts from the lecture notes on Trickster and Windigo.

Windigo

A creature in Algonquian oral history believed to have once been human, transformed into a monster due to cannibalism and insatiable hunger.

Trickster

A figure that embodies cleverness and malice, crossing boundaries between human and animal, cultural and natural.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological conflict resulting from incongruous beliefs and attitudes held simultaneously.

Survivance

A concept that combines survival and resistance, showcasing strength in the face of trauma.

Prose Poetry

A form of writing that combines characteristics of prose and poetry, lacking formal line breaks but emphasizing rhythm and musicality.

Cultural Appropriation

The act of taking or borrowing elements from one culture, especially by those in a position of power, often without understanding or respect.

Indigenous Diaspora

Forced displacement of Indigenous peoples due to colonial policies and socioeconomic factors, contrasting with voluntary migration.

Decolonizing Theatre

An approach that challenges traditional methods and embraces Indigenous practices and storytelling in theatrical works.

Visual Literacy

The ability to interpret and use visual information effectively, akin to reading and writing skills.

Magic(al) Realism

A genre that presents a realistic view of the world while incorporating magical elements, often to explore deeper truths.