Mr. Tucket
The place where Francis's family hoped to make their new home.
Where does Ellen live?
New York
How did doctors use dolls?
The female patient would to spot on the doll to show the doctor what ailed them.
What is the name of the village?
Ghalas-at.
Specifically, how did Mr. Grimes lose his arm?
After fighting Braid (long before he met Francis), Braid cut his arm badly, if he didn't have the doctor cut his arm off, it would have gotten infected.
Why was Dicey rude to Ellen?
Ellen would let her be rude to her and Ellen was well taken care of compared to Dicey.
Name one way that 'tops' were used?
1) War (warn enemies)
2) Art and decorations (Japan)
3) To warm people up (Europe)
How many siblings did Karana have?
- Younger brother: Ramo
- Older sister: Ulape
Why couldn't Francis bring himself to kill people, even though they meant him harm?
Francis had trouble killing people because he did not think it was right; no matter the circumstances.
Who were Hessian soldiers?
German soldiers hired by the British to help them fight the American colonists in the in the Revolutionary War/
The trivia game that inspired Scrabble?
Crossword puzzles.
In the islander's culture, why do they not share their real/secret name?
If people use/say your secret name, it becomes worn out and loses its magic.
The person whom Mr.Grimes avenged their death?
Who is Spot Johnny?
The critter that was used to help minimize swelling.
Leeches.
What is one way the ancient Chinese used kites?
(1) Military forces
(2) Spiritual reasons (protection, communicate with ancestors)
(3) Fishing
What sea creature was very challenging for Karana to kill?
The devilfish.
Why did seeing Spot Johnny's wife, at first, made Francis feel anxious?
Spot Johnny's wife was Native American and her appearance reminded him of his "mom" when he was first kidnapped. Obviously Spot Johnny's wife is kind and did not harm him.
What animal did Ellen have to fight to retrieve the bread?
The pig.
Before Raggedy Ann became a doll for people to buy, who was Raggedy Ann originally?
A book character, which was inspired the author's daughter.
What did Tutok leave outside the cave for Karana?
A necklace (with a large black stone on it).