The Cay
Chapters 8-11
Vocabulary: Find the definitions for the following vocabulary and write in the vocabulary
section in your journal.
1. smolder
2. panic
3. submerge
4. huddle
5. rancid
6. vague
7. tremble
Respond to the following questions in your journal using complete sentences and write
it in the literature response section of your journal.
1. Why do you think Timothy did not want to take Phillip to the reef?
2. Explain Timothy’s remark: “D’han is not blin.” (The hand is not blind)
3. Do you think Timothy was justified in slapping Phillip’s face? Why or why not?
4. Why do you think Timothy changes the subject when Phillip discussed his eyes?
5. Why do you think Timothy was trying hard to make Phillip independent of him?