Quiz about the ben michaelsen book, touching spirit bear. Touching spirit bear study questions flashcards quizlet. Readaloud of chapter 4 of touching spirit bear, by ben mikaelsen. Use chapters 1428 in touching spirit bear to answer the following questions. On the island, cole is consumed with the idea that no one cares about him or understands him. Do you think spirit bear is a real animal or a figment of coles imagination. How does cole feel when he first sees the spirit bear. Hes unrepentant and even though he is facing serious jail time, his kindly parole officer, a man named garvey, gets him into this native american justice program called.
In his napra nautilus awardwinning novel touching spirit bear, author ben mikaelson delivers a poignant comingofage story of a boy who must overcome the effects that violence has had on his life after severely injuring peter driscal in an empty parking lot, mischiefmaker cole matthews is. Touching spirit bear chapter 15 questions 11 terms. Cole matthews knelt defiantly in the bow of the aluminum. Ok, i really dont care at this point because i have had no time to read this book, all i need are these answers. Touching spirit bear by ben mikaelsen learn with flashcards, games, and more.
Theres too much to explain, but ive had so much work its not even funny, plus my grandparents have no transportation and i have to take them to. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Cole matthews is a teenage delinquent whos in big trouble for beating up a kid named peter driscal. When garvey asks cole what he doesnt like about his life, coles answers reveal that his parents are abusive and neglectful. The question and answer section for touching spirit bear is a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss the novel. In galatians chapter 5 paul contrasts walking in the spirit and walking in the flesh the works of the flesh and the works of the spirit. Edwin told cole about spirit bear and other things, cole said he didnt afraid of anything. Whatever you do to the animals, you do to yourself.
The meal he prepared was a feast and not a regular meal. Some people think it has spiritual powers which can teach people to do the right things. Cole has a lot of anger issues, and he often uses violence to deal with. Is there a simile in chapter two in the book touching spirit bear. Based on the title, what do you think the book might be about.
Cole thought that setting the shelter on fire would satisfy his. The spirit bear lives in the north coast of britisch columbia, canada. This guide includes comprehensive study of the novel, and covers many standards through indepth reading and analysis of the novel, and leaves stud. For the first time, cole admits that he made a mistake. This is a quiz based on you knowledge of the book touching spirit bear by ben mikaelsen. Touching spirit bear chapters 36 study guide questions. The plot was amazing and the events were very interesting. Immediately download the touching spirit bear summary, chapterbychapter analysis, book notes, essays, quotes, character descriptions, lesson plans, and more everything you need for studying or teaching touching spirit bear. Peter twice attempts to commit suicide, and cole believes the answer to peters problems. At fifteen, cole matthews has been fighting and stealing for years. All in all, this was an amazing read and i recommend it to all.
Touching spirit bear chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4 summary and analysis. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. During this time, he is confronted by a rare bear species, the spirit bear, in a way that transforms his perspective on his own life and on the world. The punishment for smashing peter driscals skull into the sidewalk his most recent crime is harsh. Asked in touching spirit bear songs recommended for a touching spirit bear soundtrack and why.
Student team literature standardized reading practice test touching spirit bear harper trophy, 2001 directions choose the word that means the same, or about the same, as the underlined word. Even garveythe only person who hasnt given up on himis an idiot and cant possibly understand. Hetaughtmetobegentleand thati,too,ampartof thecircle. Student team literature standardized reading practice test. How does the remote island setting add to coles experience. When garvey didnt answer, cole said, so, have you heard enough. Touching spirit bear chapters 5, 6, 7, and 8 summary and. This guide includes comprehensive study of the novel, and covers many standards through indepth reading and analysis of the novel, and leaves students with a true appreciation for the themes of the book, as well as a grasp of the many skills. The 3 mascots names are sumi, the animal spirit, quatchi, the sasquatch and miga, the sea bear. Cole matthews knew what he did was wrong but the anger deep inside him kept him on this path. Ben mikaelsen paints a vivid picture of a juvenile offender, examining the roots without absolving solving him of responsibility for his actions, and questioning a society in which angry people make victims of their peers and communities. He has just seen th3e spirit bear is why he is so satisfied.
Chapter 36 of touching spirit bear flashcards quizlet. Copy of the watsons go to birmingham1963 character chart. Is there any significance in the fact that spirit bear is a pure white. Cole realizes how futile his efforts are when he gets a leg cramp and notices that the incoming tide is pushing him back to the shore. Chapter 3 of touching spirit bear opens with cole staring at the fire he has just set to his only shelter. When i received my package in the mail i was exited to start reading.
Rescuers arrive to save coles but it is the attack of the spirit bear that may save his soul. Touching spirit bear questions and answers the question and answer sections of our study guides are a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss literature. How is circle justice different from the traditional criminal justice system. Looking at the cover, what do you think the book might be about. Sample a another word for diminished is a increased b decreased c expanded d diverted 1. Resource copied from touching spirit bear chapter questions with answers.
After i read this book i really just wanted to read more. Then he sits and waits quietly for spirit bearwho doesnt show up. It features a mighty bear rising above a building, mouth wide, open fangs visible. Lennie was compared to a bear and a horse in the book mice and men between chapter 2 and chapter 5. Touching spirit bear summary and analysis of chapters 5, 6, 7, and 8. Touching spirit bear chapter questions with answers. Copy of touching spirit bear chapter questions with answers. What evidence best supports that cole has actually seen spirit bear. I feel worried when the spirit bear is in coles sight. What does cole do that leads to his most recent arrest. Vocabulary words from touching spirit bear by ben mikaelsen. What does cole do to his shelter at the end of the chapter. Ben mikaelsons book touching spirit bear was truly magnificent.
Cole notices the spirit bear in the darkness of the stormy night. Grade touching spirit bear assessment i teacher answer key. This time, cole will have to choose between prison and circle justice. What are 3 character traits for cole in touching spirit bear. Edwin and garvey would help cole to change but not wasting time. Touching spirit bear, published in 2001, is an account of a young boys experience with violence, forgiveness, and nature as he is banished to a remote alaskan island as punishment for a violent crime. Why the book was chosen i chose ghost of spirit bear purposefully it is the sequel to touching spirit bear by ben mikaelsen.
Cole was on the island and they talked about peter and the forgiveness, cole didnt care if peter. Use the context clues in the following sentences to determine the meaning of the underlined words. Why couldnt he go through the same journey in minneapolis. By the time cole paused to catch his breath, he chapter 5.
The probation officer was concerned that billy would steal a skiff from the harbor. However, they do look like them, because it are white bears too. Cole finds out exactly what happens when you let your emotions get out of hand and. How does garvey convince cole to eat the groceries. Dedication thisbookisdedicatedtobuffy, asevenhundredpoundblackbearwho hasbecomemyownspiritbear. Grade touching spirit bear assessment ii teacher answer key. If you have read touching spirit bear, can someone please answer these questions. Cole stared sullenly into the fire, then let his gaze chapter 4. Prepare to start reading touching spirit bear by answering the following questions and making some predictions about what the book will be about. In this chapter cole learned how to control his anger. Dont eat anything unless you know what it is 17 18.
Touching spirit bear complete 224page teaching guide for touching spirit bear by ben mikaelsen is aligned to the common core standards for grades 78. The scene returns from the flashback of the healing circle back to the scene of cole swimming away from the shore. Cole watches the baby birds getting fed by their mother. He will live either behind bars or in isolation for one year.
It is a special breed of black bear that is pure white, and has pride, dignity, and honour. Sally ingram st bernadette school, md silver spring, md 618 views. Start studying touching spirit bear chapters 3 6 study guide questions. What is chapter 5 about in touching spirit bear answers. What is the meaning of the japanese proverb, fall seven times, stand up eight. The novel opens in the middle of the action, as cole is travelling on a ship. Touching spirit bear chapters 35 test quiz quizizz. Touching spirit bear is a novel written by ben mikaelsen. Cole chose this particular dance because he saw the spirit bear. Touching spirit bear summary and analysis of chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4. Spirit bear lives off the coast of british columbia.
335 633 1205 799 456 1314 217 948 893 468 1243 600 715 873 319 141 1434 1290 1497 671 32 1082 846 659 191 494 1341 761 1244 850 1230 144 399 1457 402 462 207 349 871 242 618 1152 680 1340 1272 1161 1036 1203