Fishing Adventure and Life in Thorne Bay

Fishing Adventure and Life in Thorne Bay

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun, Life Skills, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

FREE Resource

Cole Sturgis, living in Thorne Bay, Alaska, takes his daughters Timber and Willow fishing. He shares insights about their life in a floating house, the importance of sustaining themselves with ocean resources, and the unique lifestyle in Alaska. Cole emphasizes teaching his children practical skills, like driving the boat, while reflecting on the joys of parenting. As the weather turns cold, they decide to head back home, planning to fish another day.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason Cole and his daughters are going fishing?

To have a picnic by the ocean

To teach Willow how to swim

To enjoy the sunshine

To catch a winter king salmon

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does Cole's family live?

In a mountain lodge

In a city apartment

In a floating house in Thorne Bay

In a cabin in the woods

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about Thorne Bay according to Cole?

It is a peaceful rainforest

It has a desert climate

It is known for its skyscrapers

It is a bustling city

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Cole believe it's important to teach his children to drive?

So they can go on road trips

To help with fishing activities

To compete in races

To drive to school

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What decision does the family make due to the cold weather?

To continue fishing despite the cold

To go swimming

To return home and try fishing the next day

To build a fire