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Chingachgook is a fictional character in James Fenimore Cooper's "The Last of the Mohicans." The name is of Native American origin, but its specific meaning is not clearly defined in the novel. Some sources suggest it could be interpreted to mean "Big Snake" or "Big Serpent."

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It means "big snake." (serpent)

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What does the American Indaian name Chingachgook mean?

Big Serpant


When was Chingachgook created?

Chingachgook was created in 1826.


Was Hawkeye Chingachgook's brother?

No, Hawkeye (Nathaniel Bumppo) was not Chingachgook's brother. They were close friends and companions in James Fenimore Cooper's "The Last of the Mohicans". Hawkeye was a white frontiersman raised by Chingachgook's tribe, the Mohicans.


How did Chingachgook warn the others of an impending danger?

Chingachgook warned the others of impending danger by tapping the boat.


What did chingachgook to do the french sentinel who was guarding the shore of the pond?

Chingachgook scalped the French Sentinel who was guarding the shore of the pond.


What did Chingachgook do to the french sentinel who was guarding shore of the pond?

Chingachgook scalped the French Sentinel who was guarding the shore of the pond.


What did Chingachgook do to the French sentinel who was guarding the shore of the pond?

Chingachgook scalped the French Sentinel who was guarding the shore of the pond.


Did chingachgook mourn his son uncas?

At first Chingachgook could barely speak, but later he told the Indians that he was totally alone.


How did Chingachgook mourn his son Uncas?

At first Chingachgook could barely speak, but later he told the Indians that he was totally alone.


What did Chingachgook do to the dead Hurons?

He scalped them.


How did Hawkeye call Chingachgook?

By Hissing


What were Munro and Chingachgook to do while Hawkeye Uncas David and Duncan were gone?

Munro and Chingachgook were supposed to hide while the others were gone.