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Who saved Rose in the story?
A white bear
Who was the main source of information about white bears?
A peddler
What did the Saami call the polar bear in Norwegian?
Isbjorn
Give two names the Saami used for the white bear.
Ghost Bear, The Traveler (any two from list)
How tall was the bear when standing up?
Nearly ten feet tall
Which sense is strongest for the white bear?
Smell
What colour are the bear’s eyes, nose, and paws?
Black
Where does the white bear’s habitat lie?
Far north, where snow remains all year
Can the white bear see underwater?
Yes
What helps protect the bear’s eyes from snow glare?
An extra eyelid
How many teeth does the white bear have?
42
What does the white bear usually eat?
Meat (but also berries and grasses)
How is the white bear’s fur described?
Dense and soft, covering almost every inch
What is said about the white bear’s strength?
It can kill with one swipe of its paw
What do the Saami say the white bear can smell?
A pine needle falling in the forest
