Sign of the Beaver Chapters 1-6

Front

Who is Matt in 'Sign of the Beaver'?

Back

Matt is a young boy who is left to take care of his family's cabin in the wilderness.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Front

What does the bear symbolize in 'Sign of the Beaver'?

Back

The bear represents the dangers of the wilderness and the challenges Matt faces.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What lesson does Matt learn about being cautious?

Back

Matt learns that being careless can lead to dangerous situations, as shown when a bear enters his home.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is the significance of the Native American character in the story?

Back

The Native American character represents the knowledge and skills needed to survive in the wilderness.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

Front

What does the act of breaking off bark to reach honey teach Matt?

Back

It teaches him about the consequences of his actions and the importance of respecting nature.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

How does Matt's relationship with nature evolve in the first six chapters?

Back

Matt learns to respect and understand nature, realizing it can be both a provider and a threat.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What role does food play in the story?

Back

Food represents survival and the challenges of living in the wilderness.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What does the bear eating Matt's food symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes the unpredictability of nature and the need for preparation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

How does Matt's experience with the bees reflect his character development?

Back

It shows his curiosity but also his need to be more careful and aware of his surroundings.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the cabin represent for Matt?

Back

The cabin represents safety, home, and the challenges of independence.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2