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How did Matt and Attean relationship change?
Even though neither Matt nor Attean wanted to together at first, in keeping the terms of the “treaty” set by Saknis, both boys learn to respect each other, and eventually become friends. Attean on his part overcomes his hatred for Matt, and out of genuine concern, teaches him skills he will need to survive on his own.
How did Matt earn Attean respect?
Matt earns Attean’s complete respect by essentially doing nothing. When Attean comes to visit Matt one more time before his tribe leaves, he asks Matt if he has changed his mind and will accompany them.
How are Attean and Matt like Robinson Crusoe and Friday?
Matt realizes that he and Attean are like Robinson Crusoe and Friday, but in reverse—in their case the Indian leads the way and the white man just tries to keep up. Matt wishes he could earn Attean’s respect somehow. Attean gives Matt some tree sap to chew on. It’s nasty at first, but then it tastes like chewy pine.
What was Saknis’s gift to Matt?
Lesson Summary Saknis offers him food and a pair of moccasins, and Matt returns the favor by giving him a copy of his favorite book, Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe. Saknis suggest that his grandson Attean will hunt for Matt and Matt will teach Attean to read.
What does Attean need to learn from Matt?
Therefore, there are a few things that Attean needs to be willing to learn from Matt as well. Attean has a deep sense of pride in his tribe, the Beaver clan. After his defeat of the bear, his village has a huge celebration for his kill, and Matt is invited. During this unique experience, Matt can see more clearly how Attean shines in his village.
Who is Attean’s grandfather in the sign of the Beaver?
The two are destined to be paired together, though. Saknis, Attean’s grandfather, commits him to learning to read by making a treaty with Matt. The Indians will provide Matt with meat and food if Matt teaches Attean to read English.
How old is Matt in the sign of the Beaver?
Twelve-year-old Matt is left on his own in the Maine wilderness while his father leaves to bring the rest of the family to their new settlement. When he befriends Attean, an Indian chief’s grandson, he is invited to join the Beaver tribe and move north.