Cole's Journey of Self-Discovery

In Chapter Three of 'Touching Spirit Bear', Cole struggles with anger and isolation, feeling misunderstood by his family and others. His parole officer, Garvey, visits him and attempts to understand his struggles. Garvey uses a cake demonstration to teach Cole a lesson about life. In a fit of rage, Cole destroys the room and reflects on his life. He then plans to escape by swimming to another island, hoping to find freedom and avoid facing his problems.

What does Cole initially feel after seeking revenge?

• Joy

• Satisfaction

• Relief

• Emptiness

What natural elements does Cole observe while reflecting?

• A mountain

• A forest

• Eagles and seals

• A storm

What does Cole believe about how others perceive him?

• They admire him

• They understand him

• They don't care about him

• They fear him

How does Cole describe his parents' behavior?

• Supportive

• Overprotective

• Indifferent

• Encouraging

What does Garvey bring to Cole's cell?

• A grocery bag

• A book

• A cake

• A letter

What is the purpose of Garvey's demonstration with the ingredients?

• To confuse Cole

• To make a mess

• To show the importance of mixing elements

• To teach Cole how to bake

How does Cole react to Garvey's demonstration?

• He cries

• He is indifferent

• He gets angry

• He laughs

What does Cole plan to do to escape the island?

• Signal for help

• Swim to another island

• Hide in the forest

• Build a raft

What does Cole think about while swimming away?

• The weather

• His family

• Garvey's demonstration

• His future