94 pages 3 hours read

Ben Mikaelsen

Touching Spirit Bear

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2001

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Essay Topics

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What does Garvey mean when he says, “Life is a circle” (29)? What experiences help Cole understand the meaning of this statement, and what symbols illustrate this theme?

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Why do the baby sparrows affect Cole, and how does he come to view the world and himself as a result?

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Why did the author choose to include graphic descriptions of Cole’s experiences as he approaches death? How does detailed imagery enhance the reader’s understanding of what Cole is going through?

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