Protagonist's Survival Challenges

In Chapter 4 of 'The Sign of the Beaver', the protagonist struggles with the absence of hunting, relying on fishing for sustenance. He finds solace in nature, discovering blueberries and anticipating his family's arrival. After a successful fishing trip, he returns to find his cabin ransacked, suspecting a bear. Despite the loss, he salvages what he can and adapts to the situation, determined to survive.

What did the protagonist turn to for food when hunting was not an option?

• Foraging

• Fishing

• Gardening

• Trading

What did the protagonist find that helped lift his spirits?

• A new friend

• A patch of blueberries

• A hidden treasure

• A letter from home

What was the protagonist's mood as he anticipated his family's arrival?

• Excited

• Anxious

• Indifferent

• Fearful

What did the protagonist do on the morning of his fishing trip?

• Built a shelter

• Went fishing

• Explored the forest

• Went hunting

What did the protagonist find upon returning to his cabin?

• A letter

• A bear

• A ransacked cabin

• A new neighbor

Who did the protagonist initially suspect for the mess in the cabin?

• A thief

• Ben

• Indians

• A bear

What was the actual cause of the mess in the cabin?

• A thief

• A storm

• A bear

• A prank

What did the protagonist try to salvage from the cabin floor?

• Molasses

• Corn

• Flour

• Salt

How did the protagonist feel about his carelessness?

• Angry

• Relieved

• Indifferent

• Amused

What did the protagonist use to season his fish?

• Salt

• Herbs

• Spices

• Pepper