Exploring Chapter 25 of Touching Spirit Bear

Cole proposes that Peter visit the island to heal, but Edwin is skeptical. After much discussion, Edwin returns with Peter and his family. Cole shares his experiences on the island, emphasizing his transformation and desire to help Peter heal. Despite initial resistance, Peter's presence on the island marks a significant step towards reconciliation and healing for both boys.

Why does Cole believe Peter should come to the island?

• To help Cole build a new cabin

• To learn survival skills

• To experience the same healing process

• To confront his fears

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What does Edwin initially think about Peter coming to the island?

• He is indifferent

• He is skeptical

• He is supportive

• He is excited

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What does Cole say he is tired of?

• Seeing the Spirit Bear

• Living on the island

• Proving himself to Edwin and the world

• Building the totem

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What does Edwin acknowledge about Cole?

• He needs more time

• He has not changed

• He has changed

• He should leave the island

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What does Cole agree to do if it helps Peter?

• Stop soaking in the pond

• Build a new cabin

• Stay on the island longer

• Leave the island

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Who arrives on the island with Peter?

• Garvey and Edwin

• Only Edwin

• Only Garvey

• Garvey and Peter's parents

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How does Peter react when he first arrives on the island?

• He is excited

• He is fearful and hesitant

• He is indifferent

• He is angry

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What does Cole show the group first?

• The site of the first cabin

• The totem

• The Spirit Bear

• The pond

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What does Cole say he learned from his dance of anger?

• How to build a cabin

• How to hunt

• How to swim

• How to forgive

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Why hasn't Cole carved anything in the blank spot on the totem?

• He doesn't want to

• He is waiting for Peter to heal

• He hasn't had time

• He doesn't know what to carve

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