Life on the Ice
How long does the sun shine in Antarctica in the winter time?
Never
What does Sarah wear on her head?
A yellow bonnet
Why do locusts migrate?
They are looking for food.
What state does Tameka live in?
California
Migration:
What color are locusts?
Dark yellow
What happens if you get overheated in Antarctica?
Your sweat can turn to ice.
How does Sarah describe the three aunts that live with her and her brother?
They wear silk dresses and no shoes.
When do the whales begin their migration back to the Arctic?
In the spring
How long did Oliver's journey take from Uncle Ray's house to Tameka's house?
2 months
BONUS
+200
Why shouldn’t you wear a metal watch in Antarctica?
The metal will freeze and stick to your skin.
What does Papa do to find a new wife?
Puts an advertisement in the newspaper
Why do locusts try to find areas with a lot of rain?
Rainy areas have more food.
How does Oliver help the Grape family, who was camping in the woods?
He scares away some bears.
What does "XOXO" mean?
Hugs and kisses
What can happen to people who do not wear goggles while at the Poles?
They can be blinded temporarily.
Papa, Anna, and Caleb write letters to Sarah. What do they find out about her?
She has a cat named Seal and she sings.
How do whales travel without eating?
They use the fat in their bodies called blubber.
How will Oliver K. Woodman get to Tameka’s house?
He will get rides from other people.
How long (in months) and how far (in miles) do whales migrate?
They migrate for 8 months and travel 6,000 miles.
Why are there rockets on the planes in Antarctica?
To help the planes go faster and take off.
Where is Sarah coming from? Where do Caleb, Anna, and Papa live?
Sarah is coming from an area by the sea. Caleb, Anna, and Papa live on the prairies.
Why do the female whales and calves go back to the Artic later than the male whales?
The calves have to become strong enough for the long journey back to the Arctic.
Why does Bobbi Jo say that Oliver is a good companion to travel with?
Oliver stays awake all day long.
Sarah, Plain and Tall:
Name one thing Sarah brings for Caleb and Anna.
She brings them a moon snail and a sea stone.