This wasn't the history taught in schools, but it was a history Cork knew because he'd been told it by Grandma Dilsey.”
-- Narrator (5 )

Importance: This is an example of the differences between the white culture and the Indian culture. Cork is divided between them but he continues to embrace his Indian heritage.

What your heart has heard and told you, Billy Downwind, is true for you, and so I believe you must do your best to understand what has been spoken.”
-- Henry Meloux (8 )

Importance: Henry does not dismiss Billy's claim that he felt Big John's spirit at Lightning Strike, which is an example of the Indian culture that accepts such things are possible. Henry also plants the idea for Cork and Billy to search for answers rather than being afraid or letting someone else resolve it for them.

Just let go of your rational thinking for a moment. Just be willing to accept that maybe...
-- Sam Winter Moon (11 )