Island of the Blue Dolphins Quiz Chapter 1-4

Who is the main character introduced in the first chapter of "Island of the Blue Dolphins"?

• Ramo

• Karana

• Chief Chowig

• Captain Orlov

Describe the setting of the island where Karana and her people live.

• A bustling city with tall buildings.

• A small, isolated island with rocky cliffs and a blue ocean.

• A desert with sand dunes and cacti.

• A dense forest with tall trees and rivers.

Why does Captain Orlov come to the island?

• To explore new lands.

• To trade with the islanders for otter pelts.

• To find a new place to live.

• To visit family members.

What were the men from the village carrying?

• Weapons

• Musical instrument

• Fish nets

• Food supplies

What did the narrator feel when they saw the ship?

• Excitement

• Fear

• Anger

• Curiosity

Why is the island called Island of the Blue Dolphin?

• Because the tribe hunts dolphins

• Because it has numerous dolphins

• Because it is shaped like a dolphin.

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  Because dolphins are the spirit animal of the tribe

How did Karana feel about the Aleut hunting the otters?

• She was angry because the Aleuts didn't pay them.

• She was excited because she got to know new people.

• She was happy because her tribe would get a lot of money.

• She was angry because the animals were her friends.

Why was the Captain shaving his beard?

• Because he did it every morning.

• Because it was getting to long

• Because it was the style of the Aleut

• Because he was getting ready to leave