Exploring Chapter 1 of Sign of the Beaver

What is the name of the main character introduced in Chapter 1?

• Jane Smith

• Robert Brown

• John Doe

• Alice Johnson

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What is the setting of Chapter 1 in 'Sign of the Beaver'?

• A small village in England during the 1600s.

• A farm in the Midwest during the late 1900s.

• A remote cabin in the wilderness of Maine during the late 1700s.

• A bustling city in New York during the early 1800s.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

How does the main character feel about his new home in the wilderness?

• The main character feels only fear and regret about leaving the city.

• The main character is thrilled and has no concerns about living in the wilderness.

• The main character is completely indifferent to his new home in the wilderness.

• The main character feels a mix of excitement and apprehension about his new home in the wilderness.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.7.6

What task is the main character's father undertaking at the beginning of the chapter?

• Fixing the car in the garage

• Going for a morning jog

• Reading the newspaper on the porch

• Preparing the family home for an event

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CCSS.RI.5.1

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What important skill does the main character's father teach him?

• Creative thinking and innovation

• Resilience and perseverance

• Time management and organization

• Technical skills and coding

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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What does the main character's father leave him to do while he is away?

• Look after the family pets

• Take care of the family farm

• Manage the family business

• Attend school in his absence

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How does the main character react to being left alone?

• The main character feels excited and free.

• The main character becomes indifferent and apathetic.

• The main character seeks out new friends immediately.

• The main character reacts with anxiety and loneliness.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

What are some of the challenges the main character anticipates while alone?

• Excitement of new adventures

• Boredom from routine tasks

• Loneliness, fear of the unknown, decision-making difficulties, environmental dangers.

• Overwhelming joy from solitude

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

What does the main character's relationship with his father reveal about their family dynamics?

• The relationship is characterized by frequent communication and support, suggesting a close-knit family.

• The relationship reveals tension and a lack of communication, indicating strained family dynamics.

• The relationship highlights a shared passion for activities, reflecting a harmonious family environment.

• The relationship shows a strong bond and mutual respect, indicating healthy family dynamics.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

What themes are introduced in Chapter 1 that may be explored further in the story?

• Themes of wealth, power, and ambition.

• Themes of isolation, identity, and the struggle for belonging.

• Themes of friendship, loyalty, and adventure.

• Themes of technology, progress, and innovation.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

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CCSS.RL.5.9

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