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What does Garvey say Cole has?
Lasting Impressions. Garvey understands that Cole has ”will and courage,” but he also realizes that Cole’s anger is an entity on its own. Cole blames everyone and everything for his anger and for his actions.
What idea does Cole have in order to help Peter heal?
When Edwin comes for a visit, he admits that he cannot think of what to carve on the totem pole either. As he and Edwin talk, Cole realizes that he needs to find a way to help Peter. Edwin tells Cole, ”How to help Peter heal is something that will haunt you and stay in your thoughts like a sliver under your skin.
What did Cole do with the fur from the Spirit Bear?
What did Cole do with the fistful of white hair he pulled from the Spirit Bear? He gave it to Garvey. He threw it in the ocean. He kept it in his pocket.
Does Cole die in Touching Spirit Bear?
While he’s trying to figure out what to do next, Cole runs into Spirit Bear. Instead of respecting the creature, though, he tries to kill it and gets mauled pretty badly. Cole can feel life drifting away from him as he lies out in the open getting rained on and feeling himself grow weaker, but he refuses to die.
Why did Garvey give Cole a knife?
Garvey gives Cole a hunting knife and says that the knife is like life: it can destroy Cole or help him heal. Garvey suggests that Cole carve to heal.
Who does Cole blame for his banishment on the island?
Chapters 6-8, pp. 47-73, Study Guide Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| 5. Who does Cole blame for his banishment on the island? | garvey |
| 7. What does Cole make to fight the bear? | a spear |
| 8. What does Cole find to eat? | half eaten fish |
| 9. What does Cole grab to help him pull away from the bear? | devil\’s club |
Why did Peter beat up Cole?
Readers learn that the root of his violence is his alcoholic, abusive parents. He compulsively needs to show that he is not weak, and does this by resorting to violence and anger. The main reason that Cole chooses to beat Peter up is because Cole broke into a hardware store and Peter told on him.
How does Garvey want him to pay him back for his kindness?
How does Garvey want Cole to pay him back for his kindness? Don’t give up on Peter. What kindness does Peter extend to Cole? He lets Cole sleep in the cabin.
Why did Cole carve a sparrow?
In Touching Spirit Bear, Cole Matthews is banished to a remote island in Alaska. Carving his totem pole becomes a meditative act as well as an act of repentance for Cole. Garvey and Edwin teach Cole that the animals can show him how to be a good person.
Who never visits Cole in the hospital?
Cole’s father doesn’t come to the hospital for visits. No one has heard from him in a while. I think his mother charged him because he dares to show his face to Cole or to anyone.
What is Cole Matthews personality?
Cole Matthews, the main character in Touching Spirit Bear, is a young boy who is prone to violence. Throughout the course of the novel, Cole undergoes a radical transformation. Through suffering, loneliness, and the power of rituals, he learns how his anger has contributed to his violent behavior.
What is the buzzing Cole heard?
What was the buzzing sound Cole heard while on the island? The sound was the motor of the boat containing Edwin and Garvey.
Who is Cole arguing with at the circle?
1. Who does Cole argue with at Circle? His father. Pg55,56 2. At the Circle Garvey says Cole has will and courage, but what does he also have? An ugly anger. Pg57 3. What does Peter feel will make things better? To make someone smash COLE’s head on the sidewalk. Pg59 4. When will the tide come in? By mid-day. Pg63 5.
What does Cole make to fight the bear?
To make someone smash COLE’s head on the sidewalk. Pg59 4. When will the tide come in? By mid-day. Pg63 5. Who does Cole blame for his banishment, on the island? Garvey. Pg64 6. At the end of one year’s banishment, who will decide what happens to Cole? The judge will decide. I don’t know the page. 7. What does Cole make to fight the bear? A spear.
Why did Cole move to tent in Touching Spirit Bear?
When Peter does finally arrive on the island, Cole attempts to respect that Peter wants nothing to do with him, as he is still very afraid of Cole. Cole moves into a tent rather than staying in the cabin with Garvey and Peter. Cole does not stay in the cabin, because his presence upsets Peter.
What does Cole kill while he’s lying hurt, Barely Breathing?
What does Cole kill while he’s lying hurt, barely breathing? A caterpillar. Pg85 11. Where does Cole wish he were? In jail… I don’t know why. Pg86 YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE… Frankenstein Test Chapters 11-20108 Terms kyleehouston Jasmine72 Terms olivia_lecomte Swiss Family Robinson Chapter Questions323 Terms alexxiscute Taming of the Shrew89 Terms