Pedro's Journal

Front

What is the direction of travel called?

Back

Course

Front

Why did Captain Columbus want Pedro to go on his journey with him?

Back

Because Pedro knew how to read and write.

Front

Based on the ending of the story, will Pedro go on a second voyage?

Back

No

Front

What is the term for the rise and fall of the ocean?

Back

Tide

Front

What made the crew members change their mind about going back home?

Back

They saw birds in flocks, reeds and plants floating in the water, and a stick with iron workings on it.

Front

What is a 'tide'?

Back

The rise and fall of the ocean's water level.

Front

What does 'course' refer to in navigation?

Back

The direction in which a ship or vehicle is traveling.

Front

What skills did Pedro possess that were valuable for the journey?

Back

Reading and writing.

Front

What can indicate that land is nearby during a sea voyage?

Back

Seeing birds in flocks or plants floating in the water.

Front

What is the significance of the crew's observations during the journey?

Back

They influenced their decision to continue exploring.