3.1 The Winnebago Indian Road to the Land of the Dead

The ethnographer Paul Radin prepared this description of the Winnebago after death journey. It was published by the Bureau of American Ethnology in 1923. As you read this summary of the voyage make notes on the instructions for avoiding the surprises and dangers.

1			What must you do on the long road as your journey begins?
2			How should you interact with the old woman from the round lodge?
3			What occurs as she prepares and serves the rice?
4			Describe the dangers of the last bridge and what occurs after a successful passage.