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WorksheetsGhost of the Lagoon
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the meaning of scarcely as used on line 247?
scared
barely
completely
daring
Support your answer to Part A by selecting the phrase or sentences that provide the best evidence for the meaning of scarcely.
“he was taking no chances.” (line 246-247)
“The boy threw his weight over quickly to balance the canoe…” (lines 219-220)
“His dog, his companion, was in danger of instant death.” (line 229-230)
“Mako flung back his head and shouted for joy.” (line 261)
The description of Mako on page 27 shows which of his character traits?
Frightened
Mislead
Determined
Skillful
All the sentences below support your answer in Part A except;
“He had made a canoe, hollowing it out of a tree.” (lines 12-13)
“All his strength was behind that thrust.” (line 202)
“He was very clever with his hands: he had made a harpoon that was as straight as an arrow and tipped with five pointed iron spears.” (lines 10-12)
“So he set about making a net out of palm leaves to carry the oranges.” (lines 172-173)
What choice below best describes the theme topic?
Fishing
Lonliness
Determination
Shark
Which sentence best supports the answer in Part A?
“Mako’s eyes came to rest upon his spear—the spear that he had made with his own hands…” (line 112-120)
“The three fisherman in it were never seen again.” (lines 48-49)
“Here Tupa—the real Tupa—ghost of the lagoon!” (lines 206-207)
“Then, murmuring a silent prayer to the shark god, he threw his spear for the last time.” (line 253-254)
Which event causes internal conflict for Mako?
Finding out how his father died.
tarring down the spear at his enemy, Tupa.
His dog desperately trying to reach him.
The village running down the beach and shouting at Mako.
Which line(s) from the story best supports your answer in Part A?
Lines 69-75
Lines 231-239
Lines 240-245
Lines 265-267
Which statement best communicates a possible theme statement for “Ghost of the Lagoon?”
True friends stay with you through difficult times.
Perseverance pays off.
Don’t judge a book by its cover.
Trust your instincts.
Which sentence from the story best supports your answer to Part A?
“‘Your father,’ he explained gently, ‘was one of the three fishermen in the canoe that Tupa destroyed.’” (lines 69-70)
“This morning, as he paddled past it, he shook his fist and called, ‘Ho, Mister Typa! Just wait till I get my bananas. When I come back, I’ll make short work of you!’” (lines 141-143)
“Mako knew how clever sharks could be, and he was taking no chances.” (lines 246-247)
“’It’s Tupa – ghost of the lagoon,’ he heard them shout. ‘Mako has killed him!’” (lines 269-270)
