Animals and the forces of nature strongly influence Cole's experience of healing during his time on the island. Comment on the symbolism and themes evoked by these various nature encounters.

In this essay, the student should choose three prominent symbols (including, among many, the Spirit Bear, the seagull, the bird nest, the thunderstorm, the wolf, the beaver, the freezing pond, the ancestor rock, etc.) and explain their symbolism. The key to a good response is first to explain the symbolic message held behind each one. Cole often explicitly states this explanation in the text. However, the best answers will link the three symbols together and show how they evolved in meaning over time to Cole, demonstrating a deeper level of analysis.

Must be 500 words.

Introduction (50~100 words)Paper’s Hook and Topic SentenceBackgroundThesis Statement (one point per body paragraph)Transition

2. Body Paragraph #1 (~100 words)Paragraph Topic SentenceYour Point about TopicExampleExplanationParagraph Conclusion/Transition

3. Body Paragraph #2 (~100 words)Paragraph Topic SentenceYour Point about TopicExampleExplanationParagraph Conclusion/Transition

4. Body Paragraph #3* (~100 words)Paragraph Topic SentenceYour Point about TopicExampleExplanationParagraph Conclusion/Transition

5. Conclusion (50~100 words)Restate Points as Necessary especially THESIS STATEMENTMake it clear that points have been made and the paper is done. Do not use any transitional words here.