Beartown Chapters 1-10 Flashcards

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What month was it that the narrator describes in Chapter 1?

End of March

What kind of weapon does the narrator describe the teenager picking up?

A double-barreled shotgun

Where does the narrator describe the teenager killing someone in Chapter 1?

The forest that is discluded and that no one is around

How does the author delineate the 'bangs'?

Noises from the people in Beartown Signup and view all the answers

What does Maya do in bed in the morning of Chapter 2?

Play her guitar Signup and view all the answers

How old is Maya?

15 Signup and view all the answers

Who tells Maya, 'Never trust people who don't have something in their lives that they love beyond all reason'?

Maya's mom Signup and view all the answers

How many generations ago did the factory workers build the ice rink in the forest by Beartown?

Four generations ago Signup and view all the answers

What are on the posters that adorn Amat's bedroom walls?

NHL posters and a small prayer that his mother wrote Signup and view all the answers

What talent of Amat's sets him apart from the other players?

He can skate fast Signup and view all the answers

How old is Kevin?

17 years old Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of Beartown's wealthy neighborhood?

The Heights Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of Amat's mother?

Fatima Signup and view all the answers

What does Amat want for his mother?

He wants his mother to stop working at her job and he hopes to help her by becoming a professional hockey player Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of Peter Anderson's wife?

Kira Signup and view all the answers

What does Peter want his wife to understand?

What hockey means to Beartown Signup and view all the answers

What is the motto that brings everyone together?

'High ceilings and thick walls' Signup and view all the answers

Who is Maya's best friend?

Ana Signup and view all the answers

Who is the coach whose firing and why is he getting fired?

Sune, because he gives long speeches before a match Signup and view all the answers

Something that Maya cannot live without?

Music Signup and view all the answers

What did Kira hear Peter doing in the bathroom?

Throwing up Signup and view all the answers

Why does Sune care so much about hockey?

It's his only passion and hobby Signup and view all the answers

Why does anyone care about hockey?

Because it tells stories Signup and view all the answers

According to Sune, what makes a good player?

Being mature Signup and view all the answers

Who is the junior team coach?

David Signup and view all the answers

What similarity do David and Benji share?

They both want to win Signup and view all the answers

What does David love about Benji that everyone else sees as a problem?

His temperament Signup and view all the answers

What are Kevin's parents interested in?

Success Signup and view all the answers

What quality does Benji possess that Kevin is the most jealous of?

Benji doesn't care about anything Signup and view all the answers

Who is the bully that picks on Amat and his friends?

Bobo Signup and view all the answers

Who on David's team does he consider to be good but slow?

William Lyt Signup and view all the answers

Why does Peter love hockey?

He liked the silence from the moment he first stood on a pair of skates Signup and view all the answers

Who does Sune suggest David consider for his team?

Amat Signup and view all the answers

Who tells the hockey club president that he does not think that David is ready to take over for Sune?

Peter Signup and view all the answers

What will happen if David and the team do not win the semi-finals?

He will not be getting the job Signup and view all the answers

Which quote in Peter's room allowed Kira to stay with him?

'The only time I'm not moving forward is when I'm taking aim.' Signup and view all the answers

What do we learn about Peter and Kira's children?

Their first born had died Signup and view all the answers

Who is the teacher that struggles to control her class?

Jeanette Signup and view all the answers

What event brought Maya and Ana together as children?

Maya fell into the ice water under the ice to skate and Ana pulled her out Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Beartown Chapters 1-10 Study Notes

Setting: The story begins at the end of March.
Incident with Weapon: A teenager picks up a double-barreled shotgun in a secluded forest setting.
Violent Event: A murder occurs in an isolated area of the forest, emphasizing its quietness.
Narrative Style: The “bangs” represent the collective noises from the community of Beartown.

Characters and Relationships

Maya: A 15-year-old girl who enjoys playing her guitar in the morning.
Maya’s Mother: Advises her never to trust people who lack a passion in their lives.
Amat: Aspiring hockey player who skates quickly; he is motivated to help his mother, Fatima, by becoming a professional athlete.
Amat's Environment: His bedroom features NHL posters and a heartfelt prayer from his mother.
Kevin: A 17-year-old character associated with the local hockey scene from the affluent neighborhood called The Heights.

Community Dynamics

Beartown's History: The local ice rink was built by factory workers four generations ago.
Motto of Unity: The community thrives on the motto "High ceilings and thick walls," symbolizing strength and resilience.
Hockey's Role: The sport is deeply embedded in community identity, conveying stories and connections among residents.

Coaching and Passion for Hockey

Peter Anderson: The character tries to communicate the importance of hockey to his wife, Kira, while dealing with personal challenges.
Sune: The coach who is on the verge of being fired for lengthy pre-game speeches; he is passionate about hockey as it is his only hobby.
David: Junior team coach who is both strategic and passionate about winning, influencing his team dynamics.

Rivalries and Personal Aspirations

Bobo: The bully who targets Amat and his friends, contributing to the tension among youth in the community.
David's Team Dynamics: He sees the positive aspects of Benji’s temperament, despite others viewing it as a flaw; he believes in winning.
Peter’s Concerns: He doubts David's readiness to replace Sune as coach, linked to the team's performance in the semi-finals.

Family and Personal Struggles

Kira and Peter's Children: Their firstborn child has died, affecting their family dynamic.
Jeanette: A teacher depicted as struggling to maintain control over her class, adding to the narrative of personal challenges.

Friendship Bonds

Maya and Ana: Their friendship originated from a childhood incident where Ana saved Maya from drowning under ice, illustrating loyalty and bravery.

Motivations and Aspirations

Hockey Success: Winning the semi-finals is essential for David's career as a coach; failure would jeopardize his position.
Peter's Love for Hockey: He appreciates the silence that comes with skating, reflecting his desire for tranquility in a chaotic world.

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