Understanding Relationships and Skills in Nature

In 'The Sign of the Beaver,' Matt, a young settler, learns survival skills and cultural lessons from Atian, a Native American boy. Through fishing and other activities, they develop mutual respect and understanding, bridging cultural differences.

What emotion does Matt feel when Atian returns to the cabin?

• Anger

• Relief

• Fear

• Confusion

What does Matt emphasize about the relationship between Crusoe and Friday?

• They never meet

• They become companions

• They remain master and slave

• They part ways

How does Atian demonstrate his fishing skills?

• By hand-catching fish

• By spearing fish

• With a fishing rod

• Using a net

What lesson does Matt learn from Atian about fishing hooks?

• Hooks are unnecessary

• Hooks can be made from twigs

• Hooks should be metal

• Hooks are only for experts

What does Matt realize about Atian after cooking and eating fish together?

• Atian is untrustworthy

• Atian is a poor cook

• They share mutual respect

• They dislike each other

What is Matt anticipating as time passes?

• A storm

• His family's return

• A new adventure

• A visit from a friend

What is notable about Atian's dog?

• It is afraid of Matt

• It is a fierce hunter

• It is well-groomed

• It is scruffy and untrained

What does Atian teach Matt about navigating the forest?

• Listening to animal sounds

• Following the sun

• Using a compass

• Reading Indian signs