The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare

Attean teaches him the sign to mark land for hunting and peaceful settlement and also respect it. Matt's modern skills and qualities are not suitable enough for his survival in the new environment. But in real forest life, Attean is the real teacher of Matt, who teaches him the skills to adapt himself to the forest environment. Matt teaches Attean the English language because of his grandfather's choice. Matt saved the Attean's dog from an animal trap and their close friendship helps Attean's grandmother to change her perception about with man. Attean's grandmother considers White men as invaders because of the bad experiences she has faced in the past. On the other hand, Native Indian thinks white man as barbaric and emotionless. An old native American, Saknis, saves Matt's life and also look after him. Ben, a traveler, has stolen Matt's gun to think him as vulnerable though he is a White man. White people think their culture as modern and civilized. They are incapable of speaking the English language.

White man thinks Native Indian as uneducated and immature. This interaction helps to decrease the cultural conflict between their societies. The close interaction between a White man and a Native Indian helps them to break up myths and prejudice that exist in their respective societies. At the age of twelve years, he is given the responsibility of taking care of the cabin, though it is tough for a twelve years boy yet he does his duty very well. He understands the struggle of human life and the comparative analysis of the evolution of human settlement. Matt's isolation and his friendship with the Beaver tribe help him to explore the qualities of a man. It is the story of his feelings and emotional changes, his quality to build up a mature relationship with Native Indians explains beautifully. It is the story of Matt's adventures, experiences, and learnings to adapt himself to the new environment in the eighteenth century. The Sign of the Beaver is the story of Matt's childhood to adulthood. Written by people who wish to remain anonymous We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community.

The Sign of the Beaver by Elizabeth George Speare