Island of the Blue Dolphins

How does Karana feel about the wild dogs at first?

• She loves them

• She is afraid of them

• She wants to be friends with them

• She wants to hunt them

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What does Karana use to make her spear?

• Wood and stone

• Plastic and metal

• Cloth and string

• Bone and leather

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Who does Karana find injured in the wild?

• A sea otter

• A wild dog

• A rabbit

• A bird

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What name does Karana give to the dog she cares for?

• Rontu

• Tobo

• Kodo

• Niko

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How does Karana feel when Rontu is by her side?

• Lonely

• Happy and safe

• Scared

• Angry

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What does Karana do to make her home more comfortable?

• She paints the walls

• She collects pretty stones and shells

• She builds a second floor

• She plants flowers

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What danger does Karana face from the sea?

• A storm

• A shark

• A giant wave

• A whirlpool

What does Karana do to protect herself from the wild dogs?

• She builds a fence

• She makes a trap

• She learns to fight

• She hides in the cave

What lesson does Karana learn about being alone?

• It’s easy

• It’s fun

• It can be very lonely

• It’s always safe

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What is the main idea of chapters 11-12 in "Island of the Blue Dolphins"?

• Karana decides to leave the island.

• Karana builds a new home and prepares for survival.

• Karana finds a new friend on the island.

• Karana discovers a hidden treasure.

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