The Education of Little Tree

What is the meaning behind the word "How" according to Granpa? Chapter 14

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Granpa said that the word "How" originated with the consistent questions asked by the white man. These questions include, "How are you feeling? How are your people? and How are you getting along?" As a result, the Indian came to believe that "how" was the white man's favorite subject.... they used it as a greeting to be polite.

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