Island Of The Blue Dolphins Chapter 12

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1.

What did Karana use to construct the fence around her house, and why did she use this?
- A.
  
  She used reeds to build the fence because they were tall and easy for her to use.
- B.
  
  She used whale rib bones because they were long and curved
- C.
  
  She use whale rib bones because when they were put together and curved out they were impossible to climb.
- D.
  
  Answers A - B - and C
- E.
  
  Answers Band C
Correct Answer
E. Answers Band C

Explanation
Karana used whale rib bones to construct the fence around her house. She chose this material because when the bones were put together and curved out, they became impossible to climb. This ensured the security and protection of her house.

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What are sai-sai?
- A.
  
  A pack of sea elephants
- B.
  
  Small fish so thick you can walk on them
- C.
  
  A pack of red fox
- D.
  
  A pod of dolphins
Correct Answer
B. Small fish so thick you can walk on them

Explanation
Sai-sai refers to small fish that are so densely packed together that it is possible to walk on them. This suggests that there is a large number of these fish swimming closely together, creating the illusion of a solid surface. This phenomenon is often observed in certain areas where fish gather in large numbers, creating a spectacle for onlookers.

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3.

Building the house, it took longer than the fence because of:
- A.
  
  It rained many days
- B.
  
  It took time for the bull kelp to dry
- C.
  
  The wood was scarce
- D.
  
  All of the above
- E.
  
  Both A and C
- F.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
E. Both A and C

Explanation
The correct answer is "Both A and C". This is because the statement mentions that building the house took longer than the fence due to reasons such as it raining many days and the wood being scarce. Hence, both of these factors contributed to the delay in building the house.

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4.

What was Karana's plan to kill the wild dogs?
- A.
  
  To use a apear, and a bow and arrow
- B.
  
  To trap them in their lair and burn them out
- C.
  
  Poison them
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
A. To use a apear, and a bow and arrow

Explanation
Karana's plan to kill the wild dogs was to use a spear, a bow, and arrow. This suggests that she intended to physically attack and hunt down the dogs using these weapons. The option of trapping them in their lair and burning them out or poisoning them is not mentioned, indicating that Karana's plan did not involve these methods.

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5.

When karana built her fireplace she
- A.
  
  Lined the pit with woven kelp
- B.
  
  Lined the pit with rocks
- C.
  
  Bult it up on stones
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Lined the pit with rocks

Explanation
Karana built her fireplace by lining the pit with rocks. This is the correct answer because using rocks to line the pit would provide stability and insulation for the fire. Rocks can withstand high temperatures and help to retain heat, making them an effective choice for constructing a fireplace. Lining the pit with rocks would also prevent the fire from spreading to the surrounding area, ensuring safety.

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6.

Karana designed a place to store her food
- A.
  
  In the ground where she buried it to keep the foxes from it.
- B.
  
  In the stone wall high off the ground on shelves on the outside of her house so the mice would not come into her house.
- C.
  
  On the shelves in the rock to keep the mice from it.
- D.
  
  In the chest the Aleuts had used for the jewels
Correct Answer
C. On the shelves in the rock to keep the mice from it.

Explanation
Karana designed a place to store her food on the shelves in the rock to keep the mice from it. This answer is supported by the fact that Karana wanted to protect her food from mice. Storing the food on shelves in the rock would prevent mice from accessing it, as mice would not be able to climb up the rock to reach the food. This method would ensure that Karana's food remains safe and free from any potential damage or contamination caused by mice.

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7.

To cut the poles she needed to build her house Karana used
- A.
  
  Fire
- B.
  
  Ax
- C.
  
  Stone knife
- D.
  
  All of the above
- E.
  
  Both A and C
- F.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
E. Both A and C

Explanation
The correct answer is both A and C. This means that Karana used both fire and a stone knife to cut the poles for building her house. Fire can be used to weaken the poles by burning them, making it easier to cut them with a stone knife. Therefore, both fire and a stone knife were used by Karana in the process of cutting the poles for her house.

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8.

Karana was able to build her new home in
- A.
  
  One week
- B.
  
  One month
- C.
  
  Several months
- D.
  
  A year
- E.
  
  Over several years
Correct Answer
C. Several months

Explanation
Karana was able to build her new home in several months. This suggests that it took her a significant amount of time to complete the construction of her new home. It implies that the process was not quick or easy, but rather involved a considerable amount of effort and dedication. Building a home typically requires careful planning, obtaining necessary permits, and completing various stages of construction, which can take several months to accomplish.

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9.

Karana built the fence before the house because
- A.
  
  It was the easiest to build
- B.
  
  She needed protection for the animals
- C.
  
  She didn't know where she wanted her new home
- D.
  
  She built the house first and then the fence
Correct Answer
B. She needed protection for the animals

Explanation
Karana built the fence before the house because she needed protection for the animals. This implies that Karana prioritized the safety of the animals over the construction of her own home. By building the fence first, she ensured that the animals would be secure and protected from any potential harm.

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Karana decides to kill a sea elephant because
- A.
  
  It would be easy for her to catch one in a kelp net
- B.
  
  She wanted to use their teeth to make a spear points
- C.
  
  Could use their oil
- D.
  
  Both B and C
- E.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. Both B and C

Explanation
Karana decides to kill a sea elephant because she can easily catch one in a kelp net and she wants to use their teeth to make spear points. Additionally, she can use their oil for various purposes. Therefore, the correct answer is "Both B and C."

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Island Of The Blue Dolphins Chapter 12

What did Karana use to construct the fence around her house, and why did she use this?

What are sai-sai?

Building the house, it took longer than the fence because of:

What was Karana's plan to kill the wild dogs?

When karana built her fireplace she

Karana designed a place to store her food

To cut the poles she needed to build her house Karana used

Karana was able to build her new home in

Karana built the fence before the house because

Karana decides to kill a sea elephant because