Quiz on Chapters 8-9 Summary

Why does Karana decide to move her belongings to a new place in Chapter 8?

• She wants to be closer to the sea lions.

• She feels unsafe after the wild dogs return.

• She is looking for fresh water.

• She wants to build a bigger house.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

How does Karana use her knowledge of the island to choose a new place to live?

• She picks the highest hill for a better view.

• She selects a spot near the wild dogs’ cave.

• She chooses a place with both water and protection from the wind.

• She moves to the beach for easy fishing.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What is the main reason Karana decides to make weapons, even though it is forbidden by her tribe?

• She wants to hunt sea otters.

• She needs to protect herself from the wild dogs.

• She wants to catch birds for food.

• She is bored and wants something to do.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

How does Karana’s decision to break her tribe’s law about making weapons show her ability to adapt?

• She ignores all the rules of her tribe.

• She finds a way to survive despite the risks.

• She asks the wild dogs for help.

• She leaves the island.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What steps does Karana take to build her new shelter in Chapter 9?

• She digs a hole and covers it with leaves.

• She uses whale bones and stones to make a strong house.

• She builds a shelter out of driftwood only.

• She sleeps in a tree.

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CCSS.RI.4.9

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

How does Karana’s use of whale bones for her shelter show her resourcefulness?

• She uses them because they are pretty.

• She uses what is available on the island to solve her problem.

• She wants to scare away the wild dogs.

• She wants to build a boat.

What does Karana do to protect her food from the wild dogs?

• She hides it in the sand.

• She stores it in baskets and hangs them up.

• She throws it away.

• She gives it to the birds.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Karana’s plan to protect her food show her understanding of the wild dogs’ behavior?

• She knows the dogs can’t climb or reach high places.

• She thinks the dogs will help her guard the food.

• She believes the dogs will leave her alone.

• She wants to feed the dogs.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Why does Karana decide to make a fence around her new home?

• To keep out the wind.

• To keep the wild dogs away.

• To mark her territory.

• To catch birds.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Karana’s building of a fence show her planning skills?

• She builds it for decoration.

• She thinks ahead to protect herself from danger.

• She wants to make her home look bigger.

• She wants to keep the sea otters out.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3