Survival on the Island with Timothy

In Chapter 6 of 'The Cay' by Theodore Taylor, Timothy spots an island, leading to excitement and a fall overboard. Timothy rescues the narrator from sharks, expressing anger and giving advice. They discuss the island's viability, ultimately deciding to head there despite concerns about its lack of resources.

What does Timothy shout when he spots something?

• I see a ship!

• I see an island!

• I see a shark!

• I see a storm!

What happens to the narrator after Timothy spots the island?

• He falls overboard.

• He faints.

• He starts crying.

• He jumps for joy.

What does Timothy warn the narrator about while in the water?

• Strong currents

• Jellyfish

• Cold water

• Sharks

How does Timothy help the narrator back to the raft?

• By pushing him from behind

• By guiding him with a stick

• By pulling him by the hair

• By throwing a rope

What is Timothy's initial reaction after rescuing the narrator?

• He scolds him

• He hugs him

• He laughs

• He ignores him

What does Timothy tell the narrator to do on the raft?

• Run

• Jump

• Crawl

• Stand up

What does the narrator ask Timothy about the island?

• If there are any animals

• If there are any trees

• If there are any people

• If there is any treasure

What does Timothy say the island lacks?

• Trees

• Sand

• Animals

• Water

Why does Timothy prefer the island over the raft?

• It's safer

• It's more comfortable

• It's more fun

• It's closer to help

What does the narrator believe about his father's efforts?

• His father is on the island

• His father has planes and ships searching

• His father has given up

• His father is not looking for them