My Side of the Mountains Chapters 1-5

Front

What is the significance of the land Sam is trying to locate?

Back

It was his great-grandfather's farm.

Front

What is a bough?

Back

A bough is a branch of a tree.

Front

Did Sam succeed the first time he tried to make a fire?

Back

FALSE

Front

What important skill does Bill teach Sam?

Back

Start a fire.

Front

What is the name of the main character in 'My Side of the Mountain'?

Back

Sam.

Front

Why is the location important to Sam?

Back

He has personal connections to it through his family.

Front

What does Sam use to make a mattress?

Back

He cuts off some boughs.

Front

What does Sam learn about survival in the wilderness?

Back

He learns various skills such as starting a fire and building a shelter.

Front

What is the main theme of the first five chapters?

Back

Self-reliance and survival in nature.

Front

How does Sam feel about living in the wilderness?

Back

He feels a sense of freedom and adventure.