Plot and Events
Where does Kino's family live and what kind of work does his father do?
on a farm on the mountainside; his father is a farmer
Who are the two main characters of the novel?
Kino and Jiya
What is a theme in a story?
A message or insight about life that the story develops
What is text evidence?
A detail, event, or quotation from the story that supports a claim (answer).
What natural disaster destroy's Jiya's village?
a big wave
How does Kino's father help Jiya after the wave?
He welcomes Jiya into his family and gives him care and guidance
Is "the big wave" a theme or topic? Explain.
It is a topic/event, not a full message about life
Which is stronger evidence: "Jiya is brave" or a specific action Jiya takes? Explain.
A specific action because it gives verifiable support for the claim (answer)
What happens to Jiya's family during the disaster?
They perish
How does Jiya feel immediately after the wave compared with later in the story?
At first, he is overwhelmed by grief; later he begins to heal and embrace life.
Name one possible them about family or community.
Support from others can help people heal after loss
They take him into their home and care for him after the wave.
What choice does Jiya face after the disaster?
Whether to live with the Old Gentleman or remain with Kino's family
How do Kino and Jiya experience the ocean differently at the beginning?
Jiya lives near the ocean and knows the sea's dangers; Kino lives on the mountain and is fascinated by it.
How does Jiya's recovery support a theme about grief?
He suffers a terrible loss but gradually finds a way to live and love again
Explain how the Old Gentleman's offer helps reveal Jiya's values.
Jiya's choice highlights the importance of love and belonging over wealth and comfort.
Where does Jiya choose to build his home?
He chooses to live by the sea again, accepting its beauty and danger
Explain one way Jiya's final decision shows he has changed.
He chooses to build a life by the sea despite past loss, showing courage and acceptance.
State a theme about courage and connect it to Jiya's decision at the end.
Courage means living fully despite danger; Jiya returns to life by the sea.
Make a claim about Jiya's growth, cite and event, and explain how it supports your claim.
Jiya grows courageous; he chooses to live near the ocean gain, showing he will not let fear control his life.