Understanding Touching Spirit Bear Chapters 25-28

What does Cole build as part of his healing process in chapters 25-28?

• A canoe

• A shelter

• A totem pole

• A raft

Who visits Cole on the island to check on his progress?

• His mother

• Garvey and Edwin

• Peter’s parents

• The Spirit Bear

What does Cole carve at the top of his totem pole?

• A wolf

• A bear

• A circle

• A blank space

Why does Peter come to the island in these chapters?

• To confront Cole

• For a vacation

• To heal and try Circle Justice

• To see the Spirit Bear

How does Cole show Peter that he is truly sorry?

• He gives Peter his totem pole

• He apologizes and helps Peter carve

• He leaves the island

• He fights Peter

What animal do both Cole and Peter see together, symbolizing a turning point?

• An eagle

• A wolf

• The Spirit Bear

• A raven

What does Edwin tell Cole about anger?

• It never goes away completely

• It can be forgotten

• It is always bad

• It is a sign of weakness

How does Peter react when he first arrives on the island?

• He is excited

• He is scared and angry

• He is happy to see Cole

• He ignores everyone

What does Cole suggest Peter do to help with his healing?

• Swim in the pond

• Carve his own totem

• Meditate alone

• Write a letter

What does the blank space at the top of Cole’s totem pole represent?

• His anger

• His future and forgiveness

• His past mistakes

• The Spirit Bear