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When Peter was passed the feather in the circle what did he say would make things better?
What is Peter’s response when the feather is passed to him? Peter wants Cole put away forever so he never has to worry about being beat up again. Peter talks about his injuries and how he will have to live with them for the rest of his life. Peter says he will never forgive Cole even if Cole is truly sorry.
When Cole asks Garvey what reason he has for celebration what is Garvey’s response?
When Cole asks Garvey what reason he has for celebration, what is Garvey’s response? Garvey tells Cole that he should celebrate all the nature has to teach him and provide for him. Garvey tells Cole that he should use his time on the island to discover himself and celebrate being alive.
What happened in Chapter 5 of Touching Spirit Bear?
In the fifth chapter of Touching Spirit Bear, Cole gets cramps in his legs and decides he has to turn back to the island. He gets slammed into the rocks and then has to crawl back. He falls asleep from exhaustion and when he awakens, he finds himself laying in ashes. The only thing not burnt up is a knife and the At.
How did Cole’s mother change?
Cole’s mom only begins to change when Cole’s parole officer, Garvey, impresses upon her that she shares the blame for what happened to Cole in Alaska because of her refusal to protect Cole by pressing charges against her ex-husband.
Why do you think Cole’s mother did not tell the Circle how his father would beat up on him?
Why do you think Cole’s mother did not tell the Circle how his father would beat up on him? She didn’t want to get beat up later when they were out in public or back at their house. Cole’s dad also gave her a frightening look when she was about to open her mouth and talk about the situation.
What is Cole’s intention when he makes a spear for a weapon?
What does Cole intend to use his weapon for? Cole intends to hunt for food. Cole intends to use it to spear fish.
What happened in Chapter 7 of Touching Spirit Bear?
In Chapter Seven, Cole has trouble finding dry wood for the fire and he battles thick swarms of mosquitoes. He suddenly sees the Spirit Bear again. The bear is still not afraid and Cole realizes he needs a better weapon. Using the knife blade, he makes a spear but when he returns, the bear is gone.
How does Edwin demonstrate the change in Cole’s life *?
How does Edwin demonstrate the change in Cole’s path in life? He became kinder and became respectful to people and life. He is changing into right direction. When Cole returns to the Circle, there are two people missing.
What happened to Cole’s mother and father?
Cole’s father is charged with child abuse. Cole’s mother charged him with it. Part of the back story involves Cole’s mother undergoing a change as well as her son. We see bits and pieces of it as she shows up throughout the book. Part of her regret is standing by while Cole’s dad abused him.
What does Cole’s mother say about the circle of abuse?
Cole’s mother discusses how his father was beaten as a child, and she says this was a reason for him abusing cole. How is this also a circle? This is he circle of abuse. The pain inflicted on Cole’s dad as a child merely reflects onto the abuse of his own son.
What does Cole carry up the hill that symbolizes his ancestors?
Humpback whales. What does Cole carry up the hill that symbolizes his ancestors? A rock about the size of a bowling ball. What does Cole mistake for a coyote?
Why does Cole think the bear attacked him?
Garvey, his mom, and the guard. Why does Cole think the bear attacked him? Simply because it was trying to protect itself from Cole. What happened to Cole’s dad as a child?