Protagonist's Actions and Discoveries

In Chapter 16 of 'Island of the Blue Dolphins', Karana watches for the return of ships and prepares for potential threats by restoring her canoe. She finds companionship with her dog, Rontu, and explores sea caves, discovering a hiding spot for her canoe. Karana encounters a devil fish and plans to craft a special spear to catch it, highlighting her resourcefulness and adaptability.

What was the protagonist watching for every day?

• The arrival of a new tribe

• The change in weather

• The return of the Whiteman ship

• The migration of birds

What did the protagonist store in the cave?

• Food and water

• Clothing and blankets

• Weapons and tools

• Books and maps

Why did the protagonist decide to make the canoe smaller?

• To make it more beautiful

• To make it faster

• To make it more stable

• To make it easier to handle

What did Rontu learn quickly?

• How to hunt birds

• How to build a canoe

• His name and some words

• How to swim

What did the protagonist use to shape the planks of the canoe?

• A wooden chisel

• A black stone knife

• A bone tool

• A metal saw

How did the protagonist feel after finishing the canoe?

• Happy

• Anxious

• Disappointed

• Indifferent

What did the protagonist compare the calm ocean and sky to?

• A dream

• A painting

• A blue shell

• A mirror

What did Rontu do while the protagonist worked on the canoe?

• Slept in the shade

• Helped with the work

• Chased after fish

• Guarded the area

What did the protagonist use to bind the planks of the canoe?

• Rope

• Pitch and snooze

• Glue

• Vines

What did the protagonist use to cook her meals while working on the canoe?

• A portable stove

• A traditional oven

• A solar cooker

• A campfire on the sand