Lessons and Challenges in Nature

In this chapter, Edwin and Cole prepare for the night, with Edwin explaining they will dance the next day. Cole struggles with his thoughts and anger, reflecting on his family and past. Edwin wakes Cole early for a hike, leading to a lesson on anger at a pond. Edwin uses a stick to illustrate that anger and happiness are choices, teaching Cole to focus on positive aspects. Cole begins to understand the lesson, finding it more meaningful than previous counseling.

What did Edwin show Cole before they went to sleep?

• A hidden cave

• A map of the island

• A new shelter

• Coolers of fresh food

What activity did Edwin mention they would do the next night?

• Dancing

• Hiking

• Building a shelter

• Fishing

What troubled thoughts kept Cole awake at night?

• His favorite TV show

• The weather

• His family and past troubles

• His school exams

What did Cole think about his father?

• He was supportive

• He was a famous author

• He only cared about himself

• He was a great cook

What did Edwin do to wake Cole up in the morning?

• Cooked breakfast

• Opened the tent flap

• Shook him awake

• Played loud music

What did Edwin give Cole to wear for their morning task?

• A warm coat

• Knee-high rubber boots

• A pair of gloves

• A woolen hat

What was the purpose of the stick Edwin used in the pond?

• To symbolize happiness and anger

• To support while swimming

• To measure the water depth

• To catch fish

What lesson did Edwin teach Cole with the stick?

• The choice between focusing on happiness or anger

• The importance of balance

• How to build a fire

• How to swim better

What did Edwin say about habits?

• They are impossible to change

• Happiness and anger are both habits

• Habits are irrelevant

• Only bad habits exist

What challenge did Edwin mention about winter?

• There are no challenges in winter

• The weather is harsh and days are short

• The days are long and warm

• It would be easy and relaxing