background

Friday, December 14, 2012

5th Grade Island of the Blue Dolphins Comprehension Questions


Chapter 19:

1.       Why does Karana want to spear the devilfish?  Why do you think she later decides never to hunt one again?

Chapter 20:

2.       As Karana explores Black Cave, what does she discover there?  How does it make her feel?  If you were Karana, would you ever return to Black Cave?  Why or why not?


3.       When the Aleuts come, what does Karana do to hide from them?
 

Chapter 21:

4.       Do you think Karana is more afraid of the Aleut girl or the hunters?  Why?


5.       Do you think that the Aleut girl is afraid of Karana?  Why or why not?
 
Chapter 22:

6.       How do we know that Karana has come to trust Tutok?


7.       Why do you think Karana cooks food for Tutok even though she knows Tutok is gone?

 

 

No comments:

Post a Comment