Island of the Blue Dolphins Chapter 5 and 6

Where does this story take place?

• An island off the coast of Mexico

• Russia

• Alaska

• An island off the coast of California

How is the setting of the island described in Chapters 5 and 6?

• A bustling city

• A barren desert

• A lush and resource-rich environment

• A snowy mountain

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CCSS.RL.5.3

Compare Karana's actions to those of her brother. What is a key difference?

• Karana is more cautious, while her brother is more reckless.

• Karana is more talkative, while her brother is silent.

• Karana is more fearful, while her brother is brave.

• Karana is more selfish, while her brother is generous.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

Which is the best summary of the main events of Chapter 5.

• The remaining Ghalas-at prepare for the winter.

• After preparing for winter, the new chief decides to try to find a safe place for everyone to travel to.

• Though the villagers are grief-stricken, they manage to prepare for winter and plan to move off of the island.

• There is a sense of community and good will among the survivors.

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CCSS.RI.5.2

Put the main events of Chapter 6 in chronological order.

• The villagers watched for Kimki to return, but he did not.

• Matasaip took over as chief, and had everyone prepare to flee the island if the Aluets came back.

• One of the men warned the village that the Aluets were back, and everyone rushed to escape.

• Nanko let everyone know that the ship was there on behalf of Kimki, who had sent them to save the people of the island.

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CCSS.W.5.3A

Did the Aleuts return to the Island?

• Yes

• No

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CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.1