Sound
Touch
Sight
Smell and Emotion
Story Elements
100

What was the last sound Mateo heard at the end of the story?

Mateo can still hear Marina's song dancing in the waves. 

100

How did the ocean breeze feel against Mateo’s skin?

The ocean breeze felt like a kiss on Mateo’s skin

100

How did Marina’s hair look under the moonlight?

Marina’s long dark hair glistened like wet obsidian under the moonlight.

100

What scent wrapped around Mateo like a comforting blanket?

The scent of the ocean wrapped around Mateo like a comforting blanket.

100

What is the setting of the story

The setting of the story is a small fishing village on the coast of Puerto Rico

200

What did the waves whisper in the story?

The waves whispered ancient secrets to those who listened.

200

What was the temperature of the water that sprayed Mateo?

The water that sprayed Mateo was icy cold.

200

What did the moon look like in the story?

The moon cast a silver glow over the ocean

200

How did Marina’s song make Mateo feel?

Marina’s song made Mateo’s heart ache with sadness.

200

Who is the main character in the story?

The main character in the story is Mateo, a young fisherman.

300

What did Marina’s voice sound like when she spoke?

Marina’s voice sounded as smooth as flowing water.

300

How did Mateo’s heart react to Marina’s gaze?

Mateo’s heart pounded when he met Marina’s gaze

300

How does Marina describe her past?

Marina describes her past by saying that she was once human and loved a fisherman, but the ocean became jealous, swallowed him whole, and cursed her.

300

What warning does Marina give to Mateo?

Marina warns Mateo to leave before the sea takes him, too.

400

How does Mateo change after meeting Marina?

After meeting Marina, Mateo never fishes alone and remains haunted by her song.

500

What is the theme or lesson of the story?

The theme of the story is the power of love, loss, and the mysteries of the sea.