The Raft Flashcards (26-40)

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What did Robie need to convince herself of in order to survive?

She realized she needed to calm down and take care of herself

Why did Max forgive Robie for putting him in the water?

He knew for the raft to stay afloat one of them would have to get out

What was in the raft that helped Robie?

Patch kit

How did Robie react when the raft flipped?

She panicked and she lost the only food and she didn't like her feet dangling in the water Signup and view all the answers

What can you infer about Robie's nose after reading about her touching it?

It's infected Signup and view all the answers

Explain how Robie figured out where the leak was located.

She poured water on the raft to see where water leaked through Signup and view all the answers

What happened when Robie tried to flip the raft back over?

It blew away and she had to swim to get to it Signup and view all the answers

What did Robie do to try to get rid of the pain in her nose?

Dunked it in salt water Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when your skin doesn't spring back immediately?

You are dehydrated Signup and view all the answers

Describe what Robie knew about Max.

He is from a specific place, he wrestled, he is a young pilot, and he is not married. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Max start telling Robie about his childhood?

He was trying to make conversation to calm Robie down Signup and view all the answers

Why would the author include Max telling Robie about eating Christmas cookies and then throwing them up?

To show how hungry they are Signup and view all the answers

Robie claims there are two types of adults. Do you agree with her analysis?

No, because there are many other types of adults. Signup and view all the answers

What do you think Robie should do about her lack of water? What would you do?

Robie should drink the fish's eye liquid; I would catch rain in the bailer and drink that water. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Robie interested in the thumbprint?

She had nothing else to think about Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Robie felt numb after surviving for 48 hours on the raft?

She got used to the monotonous routine Signup and view all the answers

Why does Robie want to pay attention to the sun rising?

To know which direction she needs to go Signup and view all the answers

What did Robie find in the debris floating by the raft?

Santa Claus Signup and view all the answers

Why was Robie comforted by her find?

The Santa felt like a good luck charm Signup and view all the answers

Describe the physical shape Robie found herself in.

Nose infection, lips and skin dehydrated, and sunburnt Signup and view all the answers

What would you want your silver parachute to have?

I would want fresh water in my silver parachute drop Signup and view all the answers

What new info did Robie find listed on the survival at sea card?

What the sponge was for, how to make a fishing apparatus, and how to deal with fish she caught Signup and view all the answers

Describe how Robie made fishing gear.

She took the string out of her hoodie and took 3 inches of metal from Max's notebook and attached the two for fishing. Signup and view all the answers

What should Robie do with the leftover fish?

She should lay them out to dry in thin strips and use other chunks for bait. Signup and view all the answers

Explain why Robie forced herself to continue drinking water.

To make sure she was hydrated Signup and view all the answers

Why was Max's story significant to their situation?

To never give up Signup and view all the answers

Why were sailors usually happy to see birds flying near their ship?

It meant there was land or fish nearby Signup and view all the answers

Why was Robie happy to see the Laysan albatross flying above the raft?

She knew that meant there was land nearby Signup and view all the answers

Why was Robie unable to attempt to catch and kill the albatross?

She thought they had souls and was partial to them Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Survival Mindset

Robie recognized the need to calm herself for survival.
Max understood the necessity of one person leaving the raft to maintain buoyancy.

Raft Essentials

A patch kit was available in the raft to assist with repairs.
Upon flipping the raft, Robie panicked, losing food and feeling vulnerable with her feet in the water.

Physical Condition

Robie's nose showed signs of infection.
She identified the leak in the raft by pouring water to see where it leaked.
After attempting to flip the raft, it blew away, forcing her to swim for it.

Adaptation Techniques

To relieve her nose pain, Robie dunked it in salt water.
A skin test indicated Robie was dehydrated when her pinched skin didn't spring back.

Knowledge of Companions

Robie knew key details about Max: his background, wrestling experience, and marital status.
Max shared stories from his childhood to distract and calm Robie.

Hunger Pangs

Max's anecdote about the Christmas cookies highlighted their extreme hunger.
Robie observed two types of adults but acknowledged the complexity of adult behavior beyond simple categories.

Water Sources

Suggested actions for Robie's hydration included drinking liquid from fish eyes, though rainwater collection was a personal preference.

Psychological State

Robie focused on the sun's position for navigation purposes.
Finding a floating Santa Claus provided her comfort, serving as a good luck charm.

Physical Deterioration

Robie's condition worsened, exhibiting an infected nose, dehydrated skin, and severe sunburn.

Survival Strategies

The survival at sea card provided new insights on using a sponge, making fishing apparatus, and handling caught fish.
Robie innovatively created fishing gear using materials from her hoodie and Max's notebook.

Resource Management

Leftover fish should be dried in strips, with chunks reserved for bait.
Robie consciously drank water to ensure hydration.
Max's story served as an inspiration to persist despite challenges.

Environmental Awareness

Sailors regard birds as signs of nearby land or fish sources.
The sight of a Laysan albatross signified potential land for Robie.
Robie’s feelings of empathy prevented her from harming the albatross.

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Test your knowledge of key concepts from chapters 26 to 40 of 'The Raft'. This quiz covers important events and character decisions, emphasizing survival and problem-solving. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the text.