The Big Wave Pages 21-39

Summarize the main event that occurs between pages 21-39 of "The Big Wave."

• Jiya's family moves to the city.

• A big wave destroys Jiya's village.

• Jiya and Kino go on a fishing trip.

• Jiya's father builds a new house.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Describe the setting of Jiya's village before the big wave hits.

• A bustling city with tall buildings.

• A peaceful village by the sea with small houses.

• A desert landscape with sand dunes.

• A mountainous region with snowy peaks.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the theme of friendship as depicted in the relationship between Jiya and Kino.

• Friendship is not important in times of crisis.

• True friendship provides support during difficult times.

• Friends are only there for fun and games.

• Friendship is a distraction from family duties.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Make an inference about how Jiya might feel after the wave based on his actions.

• Jiya feels excited about the future.

• Jiya feels indifferent to the loss.

• Jiya feels devastated and lost.

• Jiya feels relieved and happy.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Compare the actions of Jiya and Kino during the crisis. What does this reveal about their characters?

• Jiya is brave, while Kino is cowardly.

• Both Jiya and Kino show courage and support for each other.

• Kino is selfish, while Jiya is selfless.

• Jiya is indecisive, while Kino is a leader.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Summarize how the villagers react to the big wave.

• They celebrate the wave as a natural wonder.

• They ignore the wave and continue with their daily lives.

• They are frightened and try to escape to safety.

• They are excited to see the wave up close.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Describe the changes in the landscape after the wave hits.

• The village is covered in snow.

• The village is completely destroyed and flooded.

• The village is untouched and remains the same.

• The village is covered in flowers.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the message about nature's power as depicted in the story.

• Nature is weak and easily controlled by humans.

• Nature is unpredictable and can be both beautiful and destructive.

• Nature is always kind and gentle.

• Nature is irrelevant to human life.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Make an inference about how the villagers might rebuild their lives after the wave.

• They will move to a new country.

• They will give up and live in despair.

• They will work together to rebuild their homes and community.

• They will forget about the wave and continue as before.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Compare the initial reactions of Jiya and Kino to the wave. What does this tell us about their personalities?

• Jiya is calm, while Kino is panicked.

• Both are equally terrified but try to stay strong.

• Kino is excited, while Jiya is indifferent.

• Jiya is angry, while Kino is happy.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept