Children's Adventure on the Island

In this chapter of 'Surprise Island', Dr. Moore meets a mysterious young man who shares his story of injury and recovery. The Alden children prepare for their adventure on the island, gather supplies, and set up their new home. They spend their first night on the island, excited for the adventures to come.

Who is the young man that Dr. Moore meets at the fisherman's hut?

• A captain

• A handyman named Joe

• A doctor

• A fisherman

What happened to Joe that caused him to forget who he was?

• He was in a car accident

• He fell from a high rock and broke his arm

• He was bitten by a snake

• He was lost at sea

Why does Joe decide to stay on the island?

• He wants to help Captain Daniel

• He is hiding from someone

• He is waiting to be perfectly well before going home

• He loves the island life

What do the children plan to buy on the mainland before heading to the island?

• Toys and games

• Groceries and dishes

• Books and maps

• Fishing gear

What does Benny insist on bringing with him to the island?

• His favorite book

• His bear

• His toy car

• His kite

What do the children use as chairs during their first meal on the island?

• Stones

• Logs

• Packing boxes

• Old chairs

What is the first thing Henry plans to make the next day?

• A dish cupboard

• A fishing rod

• A new table

• A kite

What does Benny want to do before going to bed?

• Go for a walk

• Find his bear

• Play a game

• Read a book

What does Mr. Alden do after the children leave for the island?

• He visits a friend

• He starts a new project

• He thinks about the children

• He goes to sleep

What does Jesse do when she hears Benny asking for his bear?

• Ignores him

• Asks Henry to help

• Tells him to sleep

• Finds the bear and gives it to him