Rontu's Behavior and Protagonist's Actions

In Chapter 25 of 'Island of the Blue Dolphins', Karana prepares for the possible return of the Aleuts by making weapons and storing supplies. She observes the otters' seasonal migration and notes their absence one summer, coinciding with the death of her dog, Rontu. Karana recounts Rontu's final days, his passing, and her efforts to bury him with dignity, reflecting on her life on the island and the passage of time.

What did the protagonist do to prepare for the possible return of the Aleuts?

• Made weapons and stored them

• Moved to another island

• Built a new house

• Trained with the otters

Why did the protagonist stop marking the moons on the pole?

• The pole was destroyed

• She forgot to do it

• The marks became meaningless

• She ran out of space

What change in behavior did the otter herd exhibit over the years?

• They started following the protagonist

• They left the island during summer

• They stopped swimming

• They became more aggressive

What was unusual about Rontu's behavior before he passed away?

• He ran away from home

• He preferred to lie in the sun

• He refused to eat

• He barked constantly

How did the protagonist find Rontu after he went missing?

• In his old lair

• Near the house

• At the beach

• In the forest

What did the protagonist do when she found Rontu in the cave?

• Called for help

• Stayed with him through the night

• Carried him home immediately

• Left him there

What did the protagonist use to cover Rontu's grave?

• Leaves and branches

• Sand and shells

• Pebbles of many colors

• A wooden plank

What did the protagonist place with Rontu in his grave?

• A bowl of food

• A stick he liked to chase

• A piece of cloth

• A favorite toy

How long did it take the protagonist to dig Rontu's grave?

• One day

• Two days

• Three days

• Four days

What did the protagonist do to honor Rontu's memory?

• Wrote a poem

• Sang a song

• Gathered colorful pebbles

• Held a ceremony