Survive the Rapids

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How do Maji, Ingwe, and Bere manage to save the boat from overturning in the rapids?

They strain and balance, and grab at overhanging branches to keep the boat from overturning.

Describe the scene when the boat is thrown up against a tree in the Kapsuku rapids.

Maji grabs a branch and hangs on while water hisses past on either side. Ingwe shouts but his voice is drowned out by the water. Someone holds onto Maji's ankles and he clings desperately until Bere and Ingwe manage to grab the branch as well. They then begin easing sideways, clutching hand-over-hand until they have pulled the boat out of the swirl of the current.

What did Maji do to prevent the boat from overturning in the rapids?

Maji grabbed overhanging branches and balanced the boat with Ingwe and Bere.

Why does Ingwe believe there is no evil spirit present during their journey through the rapids?

Ingwe believes the rapids are fierce because the water is low, and the rocks are too close to the surface. Signup and view all the answers

Why are the Kapsuku rapids fierce this year according to Ingwe?

The Kapsuku rapids are fierce this year because the water is low and the rocks are too close to the surface. Signup and view all the answers

Why were the Kapsuku rapids particularly fierce that year?

The water was low, and the rocks were too close to the surface. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Ingwe believe that they must carry the boat around the Kapsuku cliffs?

Ingwe believes that they must carry the boat around the Kapsuku cliffs because the rapids are too fierce and they might lose the boat and everything in it if they try to go through. They will take the path of the elephant to carry the boat around. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Ingwe defend Maji's presence in the boat despite Bere's objections?

Ingwe believed that Maji's help was crucial in preventing them from losing the boat and everything in it. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Ingwe insist on carrying the boat around the Kapsuku cliffs?

Ingwe insists on carrying the boat around the Kapsuku cliffs because the rapids are too fierce to navigate, and they risk losing the boat and everything in it without Maji's help. Signup and view all the answers

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