The Big Wave (Pages 3-20)

What is one of Jiya's character traits as described in the text?

• Shy

• Brave

• Lazy

• Angry

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Where does the story take place?

• In a bustling city

• On a mountain

• In a small fishing village

• In a desert

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What event causes Jiya to feel scared?

• A storm

• A big wave

• An earthquake

• A fire

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How does Kino's family react to the news of the big wave?

• They ignore it

• They prepare for it

• They laugh about it

• They move away

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What can you infer about the relationship between Kino and Jiya?

• They are enemies

• They are strangers

• They are close friends

• They are cousins

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Describe the setting of the village where Kino and Jiya live.

• It is a busy urban area with tall buildings.

• It is a quiet village by the sea with small houses.

• It is a forested area with many animals.

• It is a desert with very little water.

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What does Kino's father do to help the family prepare for the big wave?

• He builds a boat

• He gathers food and supplies

• He prays

• He sends them to the city

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What is one of Kino's character traits as described in the text?

• Selfish

• Generous

• Cowardly

• Mean

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What natural feature is near the village where the story takes place?

• A river

• A mountain

• A forest

• The sea

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What does Jiya's reaction to the big wave tell us about his character?

• He is indifferent

• He is brave but scared

• He is excited

• He is happy

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