The Sign of the Beaver | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

The Forest - This is the place where Matt and Attean wander when they travel together.

The Cabin - This is a place that Matt and his father built.

The Gun - This item is stolen from Matt.

The Big Silver Watch - This is an object that Matt cherishes but he ultimately gives it away.

The Bee Tree - This houses tiny beings that sting Matt.

The Snares - These items catch small animals using fish for bait.

The Steel Trap - This item catches animals but also makes them suffer.

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