Island of the Blue Dolphins Quiz

Who is telling the story in Island of the Blue Dolphins?

• A narrator from the tribe

• Karana, the main character

• Chief Chowig

• An Aleut hunter

What best describes Karana's feelings toward her brother Ramo in these chapters?

• Frustrated and distant

• Protective and affectionate

• Embarrassed by him

• Unaware of his actions

How does Scott O'Dell use the setting of the island in the first few chapters?

• To show it's a tourist destination

• As a backdrop for war

• To reflect isolation and beauty

• To introduce city life

What is the purpose of the Aleuts' arrival on the island?

• To offer help

• To escape war

• To hunt sea otters

• To kidnap children

Which of these lines shows imagery in Karana's narration?

• I knew Ramo was too far behind.

• The sea was gray as polished stone under a sky of clouds.

• I jumped off the ship.

• Ulape was putting white clay on her face.

Why is Karana afraid to make weapons even though she needs them?

• They are too heavy

• Only men are allowed to make them

• She doesn't know how

• She believes they bring bad luck to women

What tragic event causes Karana to be completely alone?

• Ramo is taken by the Aleuts

• Ramo is killed by wild dogs

• Karana chooses not to board the ship

• Her canoe sinks

What theme is introduced after Karana is left alone on the island?

• Betrayal

• Wealth

• Survival and resilience

• Time travel

What literary device is used in the phrase: "The wind screamed like a child in pain"?

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Simile

• Personification

Why does Karana burn down the village of Ghalas-at?

• To make room for crops

• To destroy bad spirits

• To forget the pain of her people's departure

• To stop the dogs from entering