Touching Spirit Bear Part One

Part A: How does Cole react to the change of setting?

• Cole is optimistic.

• Cole is heartbroken.

• Cole is puzzled.

• Cole is angered.

Part B: Select two details that support your answer in Part A.

This text has two themes. “You never know how important something is until it is gone” and “You learn from failure.” Which statement below compares the themes in the text?

Part A: Select two similar themes from the text.

• You cannot heal from trauma alone. 

• Do not blame others for your actions. 

• One event can change your life for the better or worse.  

• The biggest impact can come unexpectedly. 

Part B: Select two details from the text that support how the themes are developed.

• “Cole’s response to this opportunity was very disappointing, the Keeper concluded.”

• “Cole clung to his mother even after she let go, then turned away to hide his misty eyes.”

• “You weren't the one who hit me.”

• “I’m wishing I hadn’t blown my chance on the island.”

How does the symbolism of the at.oow enhance the meaning of the passage?

• The at.oow enhances the passage by showing how trust is key to survival. 

• The at.oow enhances the passage by giving Cole memories of the island.  

• The at.oow enhances the passage by showing that the opportunity on the island had been horrible for Cole. 

• The at.oow enhances the passage by giving Cole something to look at while detained.  

Which ideas do BOTH the novel "Touching Spirit Bear" and the poem "Poem of the One World" emphasize. Choose TWO correct answers.

• A need for help to change

• A fascination for nature

• A connection to nature

• A longing for something new

• A recognition of beauty in the world

In what way is Cole from "Touching Spirit Bear" UNLIKE the speaker of the poem "Poem of the One World?"

• Cole spends most of his time alone, but the speaker is surrounded by others.

• Cole has a lot of time to sit and think, but the speaker is too busy to take time for reflection.

• Cole has anger issues, but the speaker experiences contentment.

• Cole has spent his whole on the island, but the speaker has only lived by the bay for a little while.

What is a theme that is present in BOTH the novel "Touching Sprit Bear" and the poem "Poem of the One World?"

• Have the courage to live life to the fullest

• Always be prepared to defend yourself

• Have patience when striving to reach a goal

• Never take for granted the beauty of the world

When the rain finally stops at the beginning of chapter 12, what is standing over Cole?

• The spirit bear

• The baby birds

• His parents

• The seagulls