Protagonist's Journey and Decisions

In Chapter 28 of 'Island of the Blue Dolphins', the protagonist deals with the aftermath of an earthquake that causes significant loss, including her food, weapons, and canoes. She embarks on a journey to recover and rebuild her resources, particularly focusing on constructing a new canoe. During this process, she spots a ship and faces a dilemma about whether to hide or reveal herself, hoping it might be her people. Despite her efforts to reach the ship, it departs, leaving her behind.

What was the impact of the earthquake on the island?

• It caused significant destruction.

• It caused the spring to dry up permanently.

• It did little damage.

• It destroyed the protagonist's house.

What did the protagonist lose due to the great waves?

• Her house and clothes

• Her food, weapons, and canoes

• Her family and friends

• Her livestock and crops

Where did the protagonist find part of a canoe?

• Among the rocks near the south cliffs

• In her backyard

• In the forest

• Near the north cliffs

What were the protagonist's options for rebuilding the canoe?

• Use a raft or swim

• Buy a new one or repair the old one

• Carry the planks to Coral Cove or build on the rocks

• Build it in the forest or on the beach

How did the protagonist transport the canoe wreckage?

• By dragging it along the beach

• By using a cart

• By floating it to the cove

• By carrying it on her back

What did the protagonist do after finding enough wood?

• She built a shelter

• She started a fire

• She made a raft

• She began building a new canoe

Why was the protagonist uneasy without a canoe?

• She couldn't fish

• She couldn't escape the island

• She couldn't gather shellfish

• She couldn't travel to the mainland

What natural resource did the waves bring ashore?

• Seaweed

• Freshwater

• Black pitch

• Gold

What did the protagonist see on the horizon?

• A flock of birds

• A ship

• A storm

• A whale

What was the protagonist's initial reaction to the ship?

• She was excited

• She was indifferent

• She was scared and decided to hide

• She was angry