The Cay chapters 1 and 2 (2023)

Front

What supplies were getting low on the island?

Back

Fresh water and vegetables.

Front

What happened to the Empire Tern?

Back

It was sunk by a torpedo.

Front

What did Phillip put under his pillow for protection?

Back

A hatchet.

Front

Where is the story set in the beginning?

Back

Willemstad, Curaçao.

Front

When is the story set in the beginning?

Back

February 1942.

Front

What is the significance of fresh water on the island?

Back

Fresh water is essential for survival, especially in a tropical environment.

Front

What role does the Empire Tern play in the story?

Back

The Empire Tern is the ship that Phillip and his mother are on before it is sunk.

Front

Why is Phillip's choice of a hatchet important?

Back

A hatchet can be used for protection and survival tasks.

Front

What can be inferred about the setting of Willemstad, Curaçao?

Back

It is a tropical island, which influences the challenges faced by the characters.

Front

How does the time period (February 1942) affect the story?

Back

The story is set during World War II, which impacts the characters' experiences.