Island Of The Blue Dolphins

The correct answer for this question is father, dad, daddy. These terms all refer to the same familial relationship, indicating that Chief Chowig is Karana's male parent.

The Aleuts came to the island in the big, red ship to hunt.

The Aleuts came to hunt otters and sea otters.

Karana jumped off the ship because her brother was still on the island.

Rontu is the correct answer because it is the name of the first wild dog who became Karana's friend.

Karana wanted to kill the wild dogs because they had killed her brother. This suggests that Karana seeks revenge for her brother's death and wants to eliminate the threat posed by the wild dogs. This motive is fueled by her desire for justice and to protect herself and her tribe from further harm.

Tutok made a necklace out of black stones for Karana.

Karana changed Mon-a-nee's name to Won-a-nee because she discovered that her little friend was actually a female otter.

Karana is the main character (protagonist) in the story.

Ramo was killed by wild dogs after the ship left. This suggests that he was left vulnerable and defenseless without the protection of the ship. The presence of wild dogs indicates that Ramo may have encountered dangerous wildlife on the island, leading to his unfortunate demise.

The correct answer is "bone, bones" because the sentence is referring to a single skeleton holding a flute made of pelican bone. However, the plural form "bones" is also correct because it implies that the flute could be made from multiple pelican bones.

Karana mentions that when her father, Chief Chowig, was extremely angry, he would pull his ear. This suggests that pulling his ear was a physical manifestation of his anger. It could be a habit or a gesture that he would engage in when he was upset or frustrated. This detail provides insight into Chief Chowig's behavior and helps to paint a clearer picture of his character.

Karana caught and dried basketfulls of small fish, known as sai-sai or sai sai fish, to burn like lamps.

The men from the ship made a dress for Karana to wear. Specifically, they made a blue dress for her.

The correct answer is any of the options provided: ant hill, ant hole, ant colony, hill of ants. This is because the question states that a Ghalas-at male's rite of passage involves being whipped and tied to an unspecified location related to ants. Any of the options provided could potentially be the correct answer as they all involve ants in some way.

The statement states that Captain Orlov was an honest and trustworthy man. However, the correct answer is false, meaning that Captain Orlov was not honest and trustworthy. This suggests that there is evidence or information that contradicts the initial statement about Captain Orlov's character.

The correct answer is Coral Cove. This is the place where the Aleuts camped and brought their catch of otter.

After her brother died, Karana burned down the village huts. This action could be seen as an act of anger, grief, or rebellion against the village that she felt had failed to protect her brother. It could also be interpreted as a way for her to sever ties with the village and move on with her life, as she later decides to live on her own on the island. Burning down the huts may have also served as a symbolic way for Karana to release her pain and start anew.

The fight between the island people and the Aleuts was caused by the Aleuts' refusal to pay for the otter pelts as agreed. This suggests that there was a disagreement or dispute over a financial transaction between the two groups, leading to tensions and ultimately resulting in a fight.

Karana dropped seaweed, specifically dry seaweed, when she saw the ship on the sea. This suggests that she was startled or surprised by the sight of the ship, causing her to accidentally drop the seaweed she was holding. The mention of "dry seaweed" implies that she may have been collecting it or using it for some purpose before being distracted by the ship.

Karana wanted to use a sea elephant tusk as the tip for a spear. This suggests that she was looking for a strong and durable material to make her spear more effective. Sea elephant tusks are known for their strength and sharpness, making them suitable for use as a spear tip. Additionally, sea elephants are large marine mammals, so their tusks would provide the necessary length and size for a spear tip.

The given statement is true. Karana's real name, Won-a-pa-lei, means "the girl with the long black hair." This suggests that Karana, the character being referred to, has long black hair.

The question asks about the color of the ship's sails that Kimki sent to the island to take the Ghalas-at people to a new home. The correct answer is "white." This can be inferred from the information given in the question, as it states that Kimki sent a ship to the island. Although the question does not explicitly mention the color of the sails, it can be assumed that the sails were white, as it is a common color for sails on ships.

The correct answer is an earthquake. This is evident from the phrase "the earth shook beneath Karana's feet," which indicates a sudden movement of the ground. A volcanic eruption and tidal wave are also natural disasters that can cause shaking, but the question specifically asks about what caused the earth to shake, ruling out these options. The last option, her imagination, is not a plausible explanation for a physical event like an earthquake.

She built a fence from whale rib bones from two whales that had washed up on shore years before.

Rontu and Karana found a creature in the cave and at the reef that Karana described as "the best food in the seas." The correct answer is devilfish.

When Karana was trying to leave the island, dolphins swam alongside her canoe.

Karana made herself a beautiful skirt from cormorant feathers. Cormorant feathers are known for their sleek and shiny appearance, making them a perfect choice for creating an attractive and eye-catching skirt. Additionally, cormorant feathers are lightweight and flexible, allowing for ease of movement and comfort when worn as clothing. The natural color variations and patterns in the feathers would further enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of the skirt.

Karana named the sea otter Mon-a-nee, which means "little boy with large eyes." This suggests that Karana observed that the sea otter was a male and noticed its large eyes, leading her to give it a name that reflects these characteristics.

Kimki became Chief after Chief Chowig was killed.

Karana tied strings to abalone shells and hung them up to scare away the sea gulls. This suggests that sea gulls were causing some sort of nuisance or disturbance, and Karana used this method to deter them.

Karana used dried seaweed to make her bed on the rock more comfortable. This is evident from the information given in the question.

Chief Kimki wanted to leave the island and find a new home for the island villagers because there were too many sad memories. This suggests that the island held painful experiences or events that made it difficult for the villagers to continue living there. These memories could have been associated with personal losses, tragedies, or traumatic events that had a significant impact on the emotional well-being of the villagers. Moving to a new place would provide an opportunity for a fresh start and the chance to leave behind the painful reminders of their past.

The ship did not come back for Karana and her brother because it sank in a storm. This implies that the ship was unable to return due to its destruction in the storm, leaving Karana and her brother stranded on the island.

Karana first wanted to make Tutok a pair of earrings, but remembered that her ears were not pierced.

Karana kept track of the moons that had passed since she and her brother were left alone on the island by cutting a mark in the pole beside her door. This method of keeping track allowed her to easily see and count the marks, providing a clear visual representation of the passing time. It was a practical and efficient way for her to keep track of the days and months that had gone by.

Karana said that her sister Ulape and her father would have laughed at her for not wanting to kill any birds or animals. This suggests that Ulape and her father may have had a different perspective or belief about hunting and killing animals, and they may have found Karana's reluctance amusing or unusual.

The correct answer is tidal waves because being trapped on the side of a cliff by wild dogs, sea elephants, or the Aleuts does not make sense in the context of the given scenario. Tidal waves, on the other hand, can cause someone to be trapped on the side of a cliff due to their powerful force and ability to wash over land.

Karana buried a stick he liked to chase and sand flowers with Rontu. This suggests that Karana wanted to give Rontu something he enjoyed and also wanted to honor him with a beautiful decoration. The stick symbolizes their bond and the joy they shared together, while the sand flowers represent Karana's love and appreciation for Rontu.

Karana caught Rontu-Aru by putting xuchal in the spring water. Xuchal is a poisonous plant that Karana used to poison the water and trap Rontu-Aru when he came to drink it. This method allowed Karana to capture Rontu-Aru without directly harming or physically restraining him.