Understanding Touching Spirit Bear Chapters 14-18

How does Cole begin to show that he is taking responsibility for his actions during chapters 14-18?

• By blaming others for his problems

• By admitting his mistakes and trying to make amends

• By running away from the island again

• By ignoring the advice of Edwin and Garvey

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

Which of the following best describes how Cole uses the lessons from the Spirit Bear encounter to change his behavior?

• He becomes more aggressive

• He starts to reflect on his actions and their consequences

• He forgets about the Spirit Bear

• He tries to hurt the Spirit Bear

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CCSS.RL.8.3

Why does Edwin instruct Cole to carry the ancestor rock up the hill each day?

• To make Cole stronger physically

• To help Cole let go of his anger and learn self-control

• To punish Cole for his crimes

• To teach Cole about the history of the island

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How does Cole’s relationship with Garvey and Edwin change during these chapters?

• He becomes more distant from them

• He starts to trust and listen to them more

• He ignores their advice completely

• He tries to leave the island without telling them

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What is the purpose of Cole soaking in the cold pond every morning?

• To catch fish for breakfast

• To help him calm his anger and reflect on his feelings

• To clean himself

• To impress Edwin and Garvey

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

How does Cole’s attitude toward the island change from the beginning to the end of these chapters?

• He becomes more fearful of the island

• He starts to appreciate and respect the island

• He wants to destroy the island

• He ignores the island’s beauty

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which action shows that Cole is beginning to understand the importance of forgiveness?

• He refuses to talk to Peter

• He carves a totem to represent his feelings

• He blames his parents for his problems

• He destroys his shelter again

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the process of carving the totem pole help Cole deal with his emotions?

• It distracts him from his problems

• It allows him to express his feelings in a positive way

• It makes him more angry

• It has no effect on him

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

What lesson does Cole learn from rolling the ancestor rock down the hill?

• That rocks are heavy

• That letting go of anger is important for healing

• That he is not strong enough

• That the island is dangerous

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CCSS.RL.4.3

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CCSS.RL.7.3

How does Cole’s understanding of the circle of life change in these chapters?

• He believes he is more important than others

• He realizes that all living things are connected

• He thinks only humans matter

• He ignores the idea completely

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