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Island of the Blue Dolphins
Scott O'Dell
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What does Karana struggle to find, slowing down the process of building a home?
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Tall, straight trees
Kelp
Medium-sized stones
2
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What problem can Karana now take care of, having built a house and crafted some basic utensils?
The dogs
Finding food
Tending to her wounds
Dealing with Ramo's body
3
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What animal must Karana kill to get the materials necessary to make a good spear?
A dolphin
An otter
A sea elephant
An ox
4
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What weapon does Karana aim at a young sea elephant?
A spear
A club
A bow and arrow
A sword
5
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How does Karana's first attempt to kill a sea elephant end?
Karana runs in fear
Karana is injured
Karana injures the animal
Karana kills the animal
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