The Sign of the Beaver

Matt thought it was discouraging reading to a “wooden post”, as he was referring to Attean. What does this metaphor mean?

• It means that Attean could not hear very well.

• It means Attean left firewood, instead of food, for Attean.

• It means that Attean sat upright, listening with no emotion.

Why did Attean think that a white man was not as smart as an Indian?

• He said the Indian would have known how to navigate the high seas and would not have caused the shipwreck.

• He thought the Indian would have packed a chest full of tools he needed and they would have floated ashore.

• He thought the Indian would have been able to swim ashore and would not need rescuing.

• He thought the Indian would not need any supplies from the ship because he could make everything he needed.

Matt told Attean that he no longer needed him to bring food. However, Attean continued to bring other items. What does that tell you about Attean’s character?

• Attean has many things at home he no longer need and wants to give them to Matt.

• Attean feels sorry for Matt and brings items because he doesn't think Matt can make it alone.

• Attean upholds the commitments he and his grandfather makes, so he continues his end of the bargain.

How was Attean feeling when his grandfather made the treaty with Matt?

• confused

• sad

• anger

• excitement

Which of the following is an example of a simile from "The Sign of the Beaver"?

• The sun was a golden coin in the sky.

• The river sang a gentle lullaby.

• The wind whispered secrets through the trees.

• The leaves danced like ballerinas in the wind.

How does the narrator's point of view influence the description of Matt's growth throughout "The Sign of the Beaver"?

• Matt's growth is described as stagnant and unchanging.

• Matt's growth is described as gradual and significant.

• Matt's growth is described as rapid and superficial.

• Matt's growth is described as minimal and unimportant.

How does the narrator's point of view in "The Sign of the Beaver" influence the description of Matt's feelings about living alone in the wilderness?

• The narrator describes Matt's feelings as adventurous and excited.

• The narrator describes Matt's feelings as lonely and anxious.

• The narrator describes Matt's feelings as indifferent and bored.

• The narrator describes Matt's feelings as happy and content.

In "The Sign of the Beaver," how does the speaker's point of view affect the description of Attean's character?

• The speaker describes Attean as unfriendly and hostile.

• The speaker describes Attean as wise and resourceful.

• The speaker describes Attean as lazy and uninterested.

• The speaker describes Attean as clumsy and awkward.

How does the narrator's perspective influence the description of the setting in "The Sign of the Beaver"?

• The setting is described as a bustling city.

• The setting is described as a desolate desert.

• The setting is described as a lush and challenging wilderness.

• The setting is described as a peaceful beach.

The Sign of the Beaver

• It means that Attean could not hear very well.

• It means Attean left firewood, instead of food, for Attean.

• It means that Attean sat upright, listening with no emotion.

• It means that Attean was as still as a tree.