The Cay Chapter 1

Front

What was Philip's father's job?

Back

Refinery worker

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

Where did Philip's family plan to sleep for safety?

Back

In the living room

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What did Philip want to tell Heinrich about the submarines?

Back

Their number

Front

Why did Philip's mother not like Curacao?

Back

The smell of gas and oil

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What did Philip's father say about fighting the submarines?

Back

They had no weapons

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CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is the significance of Philip's father's job in the story?

Back

It reflects the family's socioeconomic status and the impact of war on their lives.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does Philip's mother's dislike for Curacao affect the family?

Back

It creates tension and highlights the challenges they face in a new environment.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What role do submarines play in the story?

Back

They represent the threat of war and the dangers faced by the characters.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How does Philip's perspective on the war differ from his parents'?

Back

Philip is more curious and less fearful, while his parents are more concerned about safety.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What does the living room symbolize in the context of the story?

Back

It symbolizes safety and the family's attempt to maintain normalcy amidst chaos.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2