The Ravine - Short Story Overview
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What caused Vinny to question his beliefs about the legend?

  • He had always believed in legends.
  • He wanted to prove the legend wrong.
  • His friends encouraged him to explore it.
  • He heard that divers couldn't find the body. (correct)

    • Vinny was convinced that the goddess would take him if he didn't believe in the legend.

    True

    What did Vinny jump onto at the edge of the pond?

    a large boulder

    Vinny was encouraged by Joe-Boy to __________ up.

    <p>hurry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Vinny feel about the legend initially?

    <p>He didn't believe in it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Starlene was swimming in clear water.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who nudged Vinny and told him to hurry?

    <p>Joe-Boy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters to their actions in the scene:

    <p>Vinny = Questions his belief in the legend Joe-Boy = Encourages Vinny to hurry Starlene = Swims in the pond Divers = Search for the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the setting for the events in the story?

    <p>A frightening ravine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny was confident and unafraid during the hike.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Vinny react when Joe-Boy joked about the boy who had drowned?

    <p>Vinny reacted by getting annoyed and asking Joe-Boy to cut it out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny's towel resembled something someone's dog had ________ on.

    <p>slept</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'haole' refer to in the context of the story?

    <p>A non-native Hawaiian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters with their likely traits:

    <p>Vinny = Shows fear and discomfort Joe-Boy = Makes jokes and seems insensitive Mo = Unfazed by danger Starlene = Possibly curious and adventurous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The events take place during a cold winter day.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Vinny's reaction when he slipped and dropped his towel?

    <p>He tried to brush it off but only smeared the mud.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Starlene do after swimming across to the waterfall?

    <p>She climbed out and moved along the rock wall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The water in the pond was described as murky and opaque.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Vinny reluctantly let fall before diving into the pond?

    <p>His muddy towel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The smell of the area was a mix of _____ and iron.

    <p>murky mud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the characters with their actions:

    <p>Starlene = Swam across to the waterfall Mo = Dove into the pond Joe-Boy = Followed Mo into the water Vinny = Dove in reluctantly after his friends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the cold mountain water taste when Vinny dove in?

    <p>Tangy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Starlene felt comfortable after swimming under the waterfall.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The waterfall had a drop of _____ feet.

    <p>one-hundred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the characters encouraging Vinny to come with them?

    <p>Starlene and Joe-Boy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny feels strong and confident in his choices.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Vinny worry about before joining Starlene and Joe-Boy?

    <p>He worried about getting caught.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny felt he had ___ choice but to go with Starlene and Joe-Boy.

    <p>no</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following characters with their actions:

    <p>Vinny = Expresses reluctance to go Starlene = Climbs the zigzag trail Joe-Boy = Encourages Vinny to join Vinny's mother = Unaware of the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Vinny hope as he waits at the pond?

    <p>That his mother never hears about his presence there</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny was initially excited about the idea of going to the pond.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physical action does Starlene take that surprises Vinny?

    <p>She starts climbing the zigzag trail to the fifty-foot ledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Vinny do as he watched the others jump into the pond?

    <p>He stayed still and prayed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny thought jumping into the pond was a safe and respectable action.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Joe-Boy do with the mud before he jumped into the pond?

    <p>He drew a stroke of lightning across his chest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny thought Joe-Boy was _____ for his actions.

    <p>insane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Vinny feel when he saw the others jump?

    <p>Fearful and critical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny laughed genuinely when he saw his friends come out of the water.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Vinny do just before the girl hit the water?

    <p>She crossed her arms over her chest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Starlene believe about the boy who didn't die?

    <p>He has become the stone goddess's prince.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vinny believes that his mother is right about the pond being haunted.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Vinny's reaction to Joe-Boy's teasing about jumping?

    <p>He scowls and expresses his intent to jump.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Starlene called Joe-Boy an __________.

    <p>idiot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match Vinny's responses with their meanings in the context of the conversation:

    <p>Yeah, probably = Indecision or uncertainty about his beliefs Sure I’m going to jump = Confidence in taking the risk Stupid, but she thinks it’s haunted = Acknowledgment of his mother's beliefs He is an idiot, isn’t he? = Affection mixed with teasing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Vinny feel about his mom's warning?

    <p>He dismisses it but feels conflicted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Starlene encourages Vinny to jump into the pond.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Vinny mean by saying 'Joe-Boy's an idiot'?

    <p>Vinny is expressing his disagreement with Joe-Boy's opinion or teasing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Ravine - Short Story Summary

    • A boy drowned in a ravine a few weeks prior. His body hasn't been found. Four teenagers---Vinny, Joe-Boy, Mo, and Starlene---are heading into the ravine.

    Why They're Going to the Ravine

    • The teenagers are drawn to the ravine because of the rumors surrounding the drowned boy's body.
    • The trail leading into the ravine is muddy and dangerous, with a thick jungle environment.
    • The time of their visit is important—two weeks after the drowning.

    The Journey

    • The trail is difficult and dangerous, winding through the ravine's thick vegetation.
    • The teenagers encounter the potential dangers of the location and a sense it is not safe.
    • Mentions a pond where the boy drowned, with the history of a missing body.

    Character Interactions

    • Vinny, the protagonist, struggles with his fear and thoughts of the drowned boy.
    • Joe-Boy and Mo are Vinny's friends and demonstrate a conflicting influence on the group.
    • Starlene, a key character, shows strength, resilience, and a nonchalant attitude.

    Themes and Conflicts

    • The story explores themes of fear, mystery, and the influence of others on decision-making.
    • Conflicts arise from Vinny's internal struggle with the idea of the dangerous environment contrasted with the pressures from his friends.
    • Starlene and the group's interactions with each other demonstrate significant conflict.

    Setting and Atmosphere

    • The ravine is depicted as a mysterious and potentially dangerous environment.
    • The setting, a humid, overgrown valley, creates a sense of foreboding and unease.
    • The story evokes the idea of the location being a threatening environment that can impact the characters.

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    This quiz explores the short story 'The Ravine', where four teenagers venture into a treacherous ravine following the rumors of a drowned boy's body. Throughout their journey, they face physical dangers and internal conflicts, particularly highlighted by Vinny's fear. The dynamics of friendship and curiosity against the backdrop of loss and mystery create an engaging narrative.

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