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WorksheetsTouching Spirit Bear Chapters Study Guide
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 40mins
Who is the main character in Touching Spirit Bear?
Cole Matthews
Edwin
Garvey
Peter Driscal
Summarize the plot of the first three chapters of Touching Spirit Bear.
The first three chapters of Touching Spirit Bear introduce the main character Cole, his journey to the Alaskan island, his interactions with Garvey, and the bear attack that changes his life.
In the initial chapters of Touching Spirit Bear, Cole faces challenges at school, joins a sports team, and wins a championship.
The first three chapters of Touching Spirit Bear revolve around Cole's family dynamics, his struggles with academics, and his dream of becoming a pilot.
The first three chapters of Touching Spirit Bear focus on Cole's love for cooking, his adventures in the city, and his passion for painting.
What does the Spirit Bear symbolize in the story?
War, chaos, and isolation
Strength, power, and dominance
Love, compassion, and forgiveness
Peace, harmony, and interconnectedness
How does Cole resolve his conflicts with others throughout the book?
By reflecting on his actions, seeking forgiveness, showing genuine remorse, communicating effectively, listening to others, and practicing empathy.
By avoiding confrontation and running away from problems
By blaming others for his actions and refusing to take responsibility
By resorting to violence and aggression to assert dominance
Describe the setting of the island where most of the story takes place.
Deserted island with barren land and scorching temperatures.
Frozen tundra with icy cliffs and snow-covered landscapes.
Urban island with skyscrapers, bustling streets, and heavy pollution.
Tropical paradise with lush greenery, pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and diverse wildlife.
What is the significance of the Circle Justice program in the book?
The significance of the Circle Justice program lies in its emphasis on restorative justice, healing, reconciliation, and personal accountability.
The Circle Justice program encourages revenge and retaliation
The Circle Justice program focuses on punishment and retribution
The Circle Justice program promotes isolation and exclusion
How does Cole's character change from the beginning to the end of the story?
Cole becomes more closed, impulsive, and indifferent.
Cole becomes more reserved, unreflective, and unsympathetic.
Cole becomes more open, reflective, and empathetic.
Cole becomes more secretive, reckless, and callous.
Explain the conflict between Cole and Peter in the book.
Cole and Peter are fighting over a girl
The conflict between Cole and Peter is due to a misunderstanding
Cole and Peter are actually best friends
The conflict between Cole and Peter stems from Cole's anger issues and Peter's resentment towards Cole for past harm.
What role does the totem pole play in the story?
Serves as a form of currency in the story
Acts as a communication device between characters
Symbolizes family lineage, stories, and traditions
Represents modern technology advancements
How does the natural environment impact the characters in Touching Spirit Bear?
The natural environment impacts the characters by providing them with modern technology
The natural environment impacts the characters by turning them into animals
The natural environment impacts the characters by making them forget about their surroundings
The natural environment impacts the characters by forcing them to confront their inner demons, learn survival skills, and develop a deeper connection with nature.
After Cole called him a liar at the Circle Justice meeting, Cole's father grabbed him by the arm, told him to control his mouth, and denied beating him.
True
False
Garvey stared at Cole's father and commented that Cole wasn't the only problem at the Circle meeting
True
False
What is the first thing that Cole tried to carve?
totem
canoe
figurine of a bear
Does Peter end up fixing the Bear on Cole's Totem Pole? (Chapter 27)
Yes
No
Who says this quote: "Depends on if you want to learn?" (Chapter 27)
Peter
Cole
Garvey
Edwin
What do Peter and Cole do alone for the first time in Chapter 28?
Go to the pond by themselves
Carve together
Cook together
Sing together
Does Cole fight back when Peter starts punching/kicking him? (Chapter 28)
Yes
No
Does Peter ever see the Spirit Bear? (Chapter 28)
Yes
No
In Chapter 28, what do Cole and Peter carve together at the bottom of Cole's Totem Pole?
Perfect Circle
Bear
Minnesota
Fish
What did Garvey call Cole that Cole hated?
Buddy
Bubba
Champ
Chump
How many students did it take to pull Cole off Peter?
6
3
2
1
Why did Cole beat up Peter?
Peter refused to give Cole his homework.
Peter threatened to beat Cole up.
Peter ratted on Cole for breaking into the hardware store.
Peter ratted on Cole for breaking into the restaurant.
Where was Cole Matthews from?
Alaska
Minnesota
New York
California
