earthquake
What happens to Jonathan's mother?
Breaks her ankle
What happened to the camper?
it was crushed by a tree
What is an example of personification in this book?
"The ground heaved, pitching Jonathan into the air."
What happens to the bridge connecting Magpie to the mainland?
snapped in half
Why was Abby unable to walk without assistance?
she was partially paralyzed from a childhood accident
Why was Jonathan nervous about staying behind with Abby at the campsite?
he was worried about Abby and keeping them safe
What does Jonathan use to make a shelter for Abby?
small fallen trees and branches
How does the setting of the river island add to the suspense of the story?
Traps Jonathan and Abby away from help
Why does Abby rely so heavily on Jonathan?
Her disability limits her ability to move quickly
What causes the island to begin flooding?
natural dam created by fallen trees and debris
What's a detail that best shows the seriousness of the earthquake's effects?
the ground split open and trees started crashing down
What does the earthquake reveal about Jonathan's character when he quickly comforts Abby?
he is responsible and protective
What does Abby doe when her and Jonathan are separated on the river?
she crawls off her tree to shore and located a locked cabin
The main problem Jonathan faces after the earthquake?
keeping Abby safe while away from their parents
What was Peg's purpose in writing Earthquake Terror?
entertain readers with an exciting survival story
What is a quote that supports the idea that natural disasters are unpredictable?
"Without warning, the earth began to shake and crack apart."
What about Jonathan shows that he grows more mature during the story?
he can make quick decisions to protect Abby and himself
How does Moose contribute to the story's events?
Moose saves Jonathan's life
anyone can show courage and responsibility in stressful times
What lesson does Jonathan realize by the end of the book?
he is capable of bravery and responsibility
What is a theme that is strongly developed in Earthquake Terror?
Courage and responsibility grow when you are in a crisis
What is the turning point of the novel?
Jonathan sinks after getting hit in the head
emphasizing there's no safe way home
How does Peg shoe Jonathan's determination?
his refusal to sleep until Abby is safe
Because the earthquake destroys the bridge the children are stranded