Ghost of the Lagoon

What is the meaning of scarcely as used on line 247?

• scared

• barely

• completely

• daring

Support your answer to Part A by selecting the phrase or sentences that provide the best evidence for the meaning of scarcely.

• “he was taking no chances.” (line 246-247)

• “The boy threw his weight over quickly to balance the canoe…” (lines 219-220)

• “His dog, his companion, was in danger of instant death.” (line 229-230)

• “Mako flung back his head and shouted for joy.” (line 261)

The description of Mako on page 27 shows which of his character traits?

• Frightened

• Mislead

• Determined

• Skillful

All the sentences below support your answer in Part A except;

• “He had made a canoe, hollowing it out of a tree.” (lines 12-13)

• “All his strength was behind that thrust.” (line 202)

• “He was very clever with his hands: he had made a harpoon that was as straight as an arrow and tipped with five pointed iron spears.” (lines 10-12)

• “So he set about making a net out of palm leaves to carry the oranges.” (lines 172-173)

What choice below best describes the theme topic?

• Fishing

• Lonliness

• Determination

• Shark

Which sentence best supports the answer in Part A?

• “Mako’s eyes came to rest upon his spear—the spear that he had made with his own hands…” (line 112-120)

• “The three fisherman in it were never seen again.” (lines 48-49)

• “Here Tupa—the real Tupa—ghost of the lagoon!” (lines 206-207)

• “Then, murmuring a silent prayer to the shark god, he threw his spear for the last time.” (line 253-254)

Which event causes internal conflict for Mako?

• Finding out how his father died.

• tarring down the spear at his enemy, Tupa.

• His dog desperately trying to reach him.

• The village running down the beach and shouting at Mako.

Which line(s) from the story best supports your answer in Part A?

• Lines 69-75

• Lines 231-239

• Lines 240-245

• Lines 265-267

Which statement best communicates a possible theme statement for “Ghost of the Lagoon?”

• True friends stay with you through difficult times.

• Perseverance pays off.

• Don’t judge a book by its cover.

• Trust your instincts.

Which sentence from the story best supports your answer to Part A?

• “‘Your father,’ he explained gently, ‘was one of the three fishermen in the canoe that Tupa destroyed.’” (lines 69-70)

• “This morning, as he paddled past it, he shook his fist and called, ‘Ho, Mister Typa! Just wait till I get my bananas. When I come back, I’ll make short work of you!’” (lines 141-143)

• “Mako knew how clever sharks could be, and he was taking no chances.” (lines 246-247)

• “’It’s Tupa – ghost of the lagoon,’ he heard them shout. ‘Mako has killed him!’” (lines 269-270)