Island of the Blue Dolphins Isolation Quotes Page 2
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| Quote #4 I did not know how lonely I had been until I had Rontu to talk to. (16.13) |
How does Karana's friendship with Rontu keep her from feeling lonely? Why is talking important for her?
| Quote #5 "Wintscha," she said. |
Why is Karana happy to hear Tutok speak. Isn't Tutok an enemy Aleut?
| Quote #6 Below me, Rontu was running along the cliff, barking at screaming gulls. Pelicans were chattering as they fished the blue water. Far off I could hear the bellow of a sea elephant. But suddenly, as I thought of Tutok, the island seemed very quiet. (22.33) |
Why is Karana lonely again? Aren't the animals' noises enough to keep her company?
