Island of the Blue Dolphins Chapters 4-6

Front

What caused the villagers' life to remain unsettled?

Back

The men felt that the women took their place as the hunters and the men looked down upon the women.

Front

How did the roles of women in the village change?

Back

The women are now asked to do jobs that the men used to do.

Front

Who is the new chief of the village?

Back

Kimki becomes the new chief. Kimki is old, a good man, and a good hunter.

Front

What did the villagers believe when they spotted a ship?

Back

The villagers first believed the ship was the Aleuts. In the ship were white men that Kimki sent to take the villagers away from Ghalas-at.

Front

What is the setting of 'The Island of the Blue Dolphins'?

Back

San Nicolas Island off the coast of Southern California.

Front

What is the significance of Kimki in the story?

Back

Kimki is a respected leader who becomes the new chief and is known for being a good man and hunter.

Front

What challenges did the villagers face after the men left?

Back

The villagers struggled with the change in roles and responsibilities, as the women had to take on tasks that were traditionally done by men.

Front

How did the arrival of the ship impact the villagers' hopes?

Back

The villagers hoped the ship would bring rescue and a return to their previous way of life.

Front

What does the term 'Ghalas-at' refer to in the story?

Back

Ghalas-at is the name of the village where the main characters live.

Front

Why is the setting important in 'The Island of the Blue Dolphins'?

Back

The setting on San Nicolas Island influences the characters' survival and interactions with the environment.