Protagonist's Journey and Challenges

The protagonist watches for the return of ships while preparing for potential threats from the elutes. She restores and modifies a canoe to make it manageable, forming a bond with her dog, Rontu, which helps alleviate her loneliness. Together, they explore sea caves, discovering a hidden spot for the canoe. An encounter with a devilfish leads to plans for future hunting, highlighting the protagonist's resourcefulness and adaptability.

What was the protagonist watching for every day?

• The change of seasons

• The migration of birds

• The arrival of a storm

• The return of the white man's ship and the red ship of the Aleuts

What was the protagonist's plan if the Aleuts arrived?

• To confront them

• To leave the island

• To hide in a cave stocked with supplies

• To signal for help

Why did the protagonist decide to make the canoe smaller?

• To make it faster

• To fit more supplies

• To make it easier to handle

• To make it more beautiful

How did the protagonist modify the canoe?

• By adding sails

• By painting it

• By reshaping and reassembling its planks

• By carving decorations

What did Rontu do while the protagonist worked on the canoe?

• Helped with the work

• Guarded the area

• Played in the water

• Slept in the shade or chased pelicans

What did the protagonist often do with Rontu?

• Trained him to guard the canoe

• Taught him tricks

• Talked to him using words he understood

• Took him hunting

What was the purpose of the protagonist's voyage around the island?

• To catch fish

• To test the canoe and check for leaks

• To find new land

• To escape the island

What did the protagonist discover near her house?

• A hidden treasure

• A sea cave that could hide the canoe

• A new species of fish

• A group of friendly dolphins

What did the protagonist decide to make after encountering the devilfish?

• A fishing net

• A trap for birds

• A special spear for catching devilfish

• A new type of canoe