My Side of the Mountain Chapters 8-10 Flashcards

What is the role of the fire warden?

What are hoods and jesses?

Sam thought the fire warden came because of the smoke from his fire.

What does venison refer to?

Frightful loves the liver, heart, and brain of the rabbits that Sam catches.

How did Sam keep the area around his tree less noticeable?

Sam entered his tree while the fire warden was around.

What type of wood did Sam use to build his fire after the warden's visit?

How did Sam make salt?

What did Sam want a deer for?

What noise did Sam hear that was made by earthworms?

What did Sam whittle into a shovel?

What did Frightful learn to ride balanced on?

Who is The poacher in the story?

What did Sam find at the bottom of the gorge while hiding?

What is the best way to preserve fish and venison according to Sam?

How was Sam's bed described?

Key Characters and Entities

Sam: Protagonist living in the wilderness, observant and resourceful.
Frightful: Sam's falcon companion, enjoys consuming specific parts of prey.
The Baron: A weasel caught by Sam in a trap, exhibits unpredictable behavior.

Important Items and Concepts

Fire Warden: A forester in uniform; Sam is wary of his presence, suspecting he may discover his secret living situation.
Hoods and Jesses: Straps used for handling falcons, essential for managing Frightful effectively.
Venison: Deer meat that contributes to Sam's nutritional growth, illustrating the impact of wild living on his physical development.

Environmental and Survival Elements

Fire Management: Sam's strategy includes using very dry wood to minimize smoke after the warden's visit, preventing detection.
Home Maintenance: Sam keeps his area around the tree clean to avoid drawing attention and ensure his stealth.

Creative Solutions

Shovel Creation: Sam finds a board in the stream and whittles it to create a shovel, showcasing his ingenuity.
Salt Production: By boiling hickory sticks, Sam manages to produce salt, essential for food flavoring and preservation.

Wildlife Interactions

Deer: Sam aspires to hunt a deer for practical uses like making a door, using its hide, and for warmth in the form of a blanket.
Earthworms: Their noise is a natural sound in Sam's environment, showing the biodiversity around him.

Preservation Techniques

Smoking: Sam learns this technique to extend the shelf life of fish and venison, highlighting traditional food preservation methods.

Shelter and Comfort

Sam's Bed: Describes a springy, comfortable bed made from natural materials, fitting snugly into the structure of his tree residence.

Test your knowledge of chapters 8-10 from 'My Side of the Mountain' with these flashcards. Each card focuses on key terms and their meanings that are essential for understanding the narrative. Perfect for revision or enhancing comprehension of the story.