The Cay Chapters 1-8 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Why couldn't the government of Curacao ask Holland for help?

Because Holland was taken over by the Nazis

Where did Phillip's family live before moving to Curacao?

Virginia

Why did they move to Curacao?

Phillip's dad was an expert in oil and was offered a job there

Explain why Curacao couldn't fight on their own.

They didn't have enough weapons or fighters Signup and view all the answers

List the effects of the German submarines lurking off the coast.

Could kill any ship that tries to run out on the water to leave. Can send in missiles to Curacao. Could take over the island. Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the Empire Tern when it tried to leave Curacao?

Got exploded by the Germans Signup and view all the answers

Why did Phillip's father tell him he couldn't stay in Curacao?

It wasn't safe in Curacao Signup and view all the answers

What happened at about 3:00am on April 6, 1942?

A torpedo hit the ship, and Phillip tried to escape in a life raft Signup and view all the answers

How did Phillip end up on the raft?

Timothy helped him up Signup and view all the answers

How did Phillip know that Timothy was from the West Indies?

His accent and he was black Signup and view all the answers

How did Timothy make a shelter from the sun for them?

Using clothes Signup and view all the answers

Why wouldn't Timothy give Phillip more water?

They were trying to make it last Signup and view all the answers

Do you think it was fair that Timothy didn't give Phillip more water?

Yes, because he was doing it to keep them from running out of water Signup and view all the answers

Why did Phillip treat Timothy with a lack of respect?

Because he learned from his parents to not respect black people Signup and view all the answers

Why did Timothy tell Phillip that his blindness was only temporary?

He wanted to comfort him Signup and view all the answers

What might have happened if Timothy had not stopped Phillip from losing control when he found out he was blind?

Phillip could freak out and flip the boat over Signup and view all the answers

What did Timothy do to try to get the attention of the people in the aircraft?

With a torch on fire Signup and view all the answers

Why did Timothy get upset at Phillip when he fell off the raft?

Because they could get eaten by sharks Signup and view all the answers

Why did Phillip think it would be better to stay on the raft instead of going on the island?

There could be dangerous animals Signup and view all the answers

What is Langosta?

A lobster without claws Signup and view all the answers

Why did Phillip become afraid when Timothy was on his walk?

He was scared being left alone; Timothy knows a lot and Phillip could be left behind Signup and view all the answers

What island did Timothy think they were on?

Devil's Mouth Signup and view all the answers

Why was Phillip worried about Timothy's age?

Because he could die Signup and view all the answers

Why couldn't Timothy come up with a word to write in the sand?

He could not spell anything Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Curacao Background

Curacao could not ask Holland for help due to Holland's takeover by Nazis.
Phillip's family relocated from Virginia to Curacao for his father's oil job.

Military Situation

Curacao lacked sufficient weapons and fighters, rendering it unable to fight independently.
German submarines posed grave threats, capable of sinking ships, sending missiles, or taking over the island.

Events Leading to Conflict

The Empire Tern was attacked and exploded by Germans while trying to leave Curacao.
Phillip's father deemed Curacao unsafe for their family.

Escape and Survival

At 3:00 AM on April 6, 1942, Phillip’s ship was hit by a torpedo during an escape attempt.
Timothy assisted Phillip onto a life raft after the ship was damaged.

Race and Respect

Phillip recognized Timothy's West Indian origin through his accent and skin color.
Phillip initially disrespected Timothy, reflecting his learned prejudices about race.

Survival on the Raft

Timothy created sun protection using clothes, emphasizing their resourcefulness.
Limited water supply led Timothy to ration drinking water carefully to avoid depletion.

Emotional Reactions

Timothy comforted Phillip by claiming his blindness was temporary, attempting to stabilize his morale.
Phillip's potential panic at his blindness could have jeopardized their safety on the raft.

Communication and Safety Concerns

Timothy tried signaling planes with a burning torch to attract attention.
Phillip's fall from the raft incited Timothy's anger due to shark threats in the area.

Decisions and Fears

Phillip preferred staying on the raft due to fears of dangerous wildlife on land.
Timothy believed they were on an island called Devil’s Mouth, indicating their uncertain location.

Concerns about Vulnerability

Phillip feared Timothy’s age might lead to his death, highlighting their dependency on each other.
Timothy could not write in the sand due to his inability to spell, demonstrating challenges in communication and education.

Unique Terminology

Langosta identified as a clawless lobster, showcasing local terminology and cultural references.

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