Chapters 1-3
Chapters 4-8
Chapters 9-12
Chapters 13-15
Random Thinking
100
What is the figurative language used in the opening sentence of chapter 1? And what two things are being compared?
Simile and Submarines to sharks
100
What happens to Phillips when the pains finally goes away from his head?
Phillip is blind
100
Why does Timothy strike Phillip in chapter 9?
Phillip refuses to work, loses his temper, and insults Timothy
100
How do the characters keep track of the time on the island?
Timothy keeps a can with pebbles and adds a pebble each day.
100
True or false: The statue of liberty holds her statue in her left hand
False
200
What does Phillip tell his friends about why he is leaving Curacao?
Leaving to visit grandparents
200
What hopeful sign do Timothy and Phillip receive on the 3rd day on the raft?
They hear the sound of an engine from an aircraft
200
In chapter 12, describe how Phillip is able to help Timothy when he gets sick.
Phillip gives him water and puts a damp cloth over his forehead. Phillip also uses his senses when Timothy is in the water to recsue him
200
Why has Timothy given up hope that they will be rescued?
They haven't seen any airplanes or ships since they came to the cay
200
Which of the 50 states only borders one other state?
Maine
300
On what date was the S.S Hato attacked?
April 6, 1942
300
At the end of chapter 8, why does Phillip say he feels Superior to Timothy?
Phillip realizes that Timothy can't spell HELP
300
In chapter 10, why won't Phillip climb the tree to get coconuts?
He is afraid
300
In chapter 15, what does Timothy mean when he says that holding someone's hand "could be like medicine?"
When Phillip was injured and afraid, Timothy's presence helped give him strength.
300
True or false: Delaware and Georgia were part of the original 13 colonies.
True
400
What tasks does Phillip's mother complete in order to help prepare the family for the impending war?
Puts out blackout curtains and makes sure the family has enough food and water
400
Why is it better for Phillip and Timothy to be on the island instead of on the raft?
On the island they can build a signal fire and make camp
400
In chapter 12, how has the relationship between Phillip and Timothy changed?
Timothy now relies on Phillip for help/
400
In chapter 13, Phillip has always described Timothy as having an ugly face. Why does he now remember Timothy's face as "kind and strong?"
Because of Tim's kindness and strength.
400
What does NA stand for on the periodic table?- Sodium, Nitrogen, or Iron
Sodium
500
What events causes Phillip to fully understand that "death and destruction" are a part of the war?
The Germans torpedo and destroy a British tanker
500
From chapter 8, describe Timothy's plan to help get them rescued.
He plans to keep a small fire burning and will use it to start a bigger fire
500
From chapter 10, summarize the conversation Phillip and Timothy have about race
Phillip mentions how his mother dislikes black people and Timothy mentions how he dislikes some white people but not all. Timothy also says he believes that everyone is the same underneath their skin
500
In chapter 14, describe how Timothy and Phillip are preparing for the hurricane.
They secure their water keg high in the tree. Attach a rope to the tree so they can hang on it if they need to. Gather their supplies and place it near the their camp where the water is less likely to reach and eat a large meal in case they are unable to catch animals after.
500
What tool is used to measure air pressure?- Thermometer, Barometer, or pedometer
Barometer
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