Touching Spirit Bear Ch. 9-11

Front

What does Cole envy about the dead baby birds in Chapter 10?

Back

Cole envies the dead baby birds because they had a home, something he never really had.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Identify the literary element in the phrase 'Stars glistened overhead like frozen fireworks.'

Back

The literary element used is a simile.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does Cole observe in the spruce tree?

Back

Cole observes a bird's nest in the spruce tree.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

By the end of Chapter 10, who does Cole take responsibility for his actions?

Back

Cole blames himself for his actions.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What significant animal does Cole see after eating the mouse?

Back

Cole sees the Spirit Bear after eating the mouse.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What theme is explored through Cole's feelings of envy in Chapter 10?

Back

The theme of belonging and the importance of home is explored through Cole's feelings of envy.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How does the use of simile enhance the imagery in the text?

Back

The simile 'like frozen fireworks' enhances the imagery by creating a vivid comparison that evokes a sense of beauty and wonder.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What does the bird's nest symbolize in Cole's journey?

Back

The bird's nest symbolizes safety, nurturing, and the concept of home, which Cole longs for.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

What realization does Cole come to about his past actions by the end of Chapter 10?

Back

Cole realizes that he must take responsibility for his past actions and their consequences.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the Spirit Bear represent in the story?

Back

The Spirit Bear represents healing, strength, and the connection to nature.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3