The Sign of the Beaver

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1983

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Introduction

Before Reading

Reading Context

During Reading

Reading Questions & Paired Texts

Answer Key

After Reading

Discussion/Analysis Prompt

Multiple Choice

1. B (Chapter 4)

2. A (Chapter 5)

3. D (Chapter 6)

4. C (Chapter 12)

5. D (Chapters 7, 14)

6. B (Chapter 11)

7. A (Chapter 16)

8. C (Chapter 18)

9. D (Chapter 23)

10. B (Chapter 25)

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Long Answer

1. Attean teaches Matt how to construct and hunt with a bow and arrows, set traps, mark trails, and collect herbs. He also exemplifies a more adult attitude toward hunting and providing for his people. (Various chapters)

2. Attean won’t release the fox because it’s on land controlled by the Turtle clan. He would rather leave the fox to chew off its own leg than release it from the trap. (Chapter 13)

3. Matt must honor his promise to his father to guard the cabin until his family arrives. Saknis and Attean admire Matt’s dedication to his family. (Chapter 25)