Form B—Story 9 | QuestionPro

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What does Winnie intend to do with the boat?

repair the damaged section

turn the boat upside down for shelter

row to the coast guard station

use it as a life raft

Why is Winnie worried?

Her father will be angry about the wrecked boat.

Her brother needs medical attention.

There is no food and water on the reef.

The incoming tide might sweep them out to sea.

What probably explains why Winnie and Nat are in this situation?

They are not good at handling a boat.

They were in difficult waters when a sudden storm came up.

The boat had a serious leak.

They did not heed their parents' warnings.

How do you think Winnie feels during this ordeal?

indignant and in pain

paralyzed with fear

on the brink of exhaustion sullen and cold

sullen and cold

How do you think the story ends?

Winnie and Nat are spotted the next morning by the old lighthouse keeper.

Winnie uses the boat for firewood to send a signal.

Winnie and Nat are rescued shortly by a search party.

Nat lapses into unconsciousness.