Name: __________________________________________
Soul Surfer
By: Bethany Hamilton
CHAPTER 11 - 15 STUDY PACKET
Chapter 11 – An Outpouring of Aloha
Vocabulary
Aloha (p. 145)- hello; greetings
Translation (p. 146) - The process of translating, especially from one language to another
Self-sacrificial (p. 146)- Sacrifice of one's interests, as for duty or good of another
Expenses – (p. 147) - cost or charge
Masseurs – (p. 148) - a man who provides massage as a profession
Pupus – (p. 148) - any hot or cold usually bite-size appetizer
1. Explain the meaning of aloha for Hawaiians. ________________________________
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2. On p. 147, Bethany states that, “RipCurl helped spearhead the event.” What does this
mean? _________________________________________________________________
3. Why was there a need for a benefit to be held in Bethany’s honor? ________________
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Describe the benefit. ______________________________________________________
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4. Why is she uncomfortable with the money she receives? ________________________
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How does she cope with that embarrassment? __________________________________
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5. Bethany’s family had different opinions why they thought people all over the world
sent letters and money. Why do you believe there was such an outpouring of support?
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Chapter 12 – On Being Kind of Famous
Vocabulary:
Indication – (p. 157)- hint
Soap opera – (p. 159)- a radio or television series depicting the interconnected lives
of many characters often in a sentimental, melodramatic way
Coping – (p. 160)- to face and deal with responsibilities, problems, or difficulties,
especially successfully or in a calm or adequate manner:
Interrogated – (p. 161)- to examine by questions; question formally
Interviewee – (p. 161)- a person who is interviewed
1. On p. 157, Bethany says that her mom “didn’t want her to be burdened with a million
questions.” What figurative language is being used? _____________________________
What does this mean? _____________________________________________________
2. On p. 158, Bethany states that, “it {the spotlight} is like living in a fishbowl.” What
figurative language is being used? ______________________ How did you know this?
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3. Why doesn’t Bethany watch shark movies like Jaws anymore? __________________
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4. Why did Bethany decide to do TV interviews?________________________________
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5. What made her not “love” New York City?__________________________________
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6. Explain the meaning of the quote, “This is the real world, where people love and care
about each other, warts and all.”___________________________________________
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Chapter 13 – Back in the Waves
Vocabulary:
Competitive (p.176) -having or displaying a strong desire to be more successful than others
Swell (p.178) - a large wave that doesn't break
Discouraged (p.181) - a loss of confidence, enthusiasm
Paparazzo (p.182) -freelance photographer who pursues celebrities to get photos of them
Critiqued (p.185) - fixed
1. Initially, Bethany didn’t think that she would be able to surf again. What options did
she consider? ____________________________________________________________
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2. What is “duck diving?” and why do they call it “duck diving?” ___________________
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3. How has Bethany fixed her board so she can “duck dive” when surfing? ___________
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4. Bethany has many coaches that not only help her surf, but also prepare for competition.
She describes her parents as being her coaches as well. How do her parents coach her?
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5. Write a surfing paragraph (6-7 sentences) using at least 10 of the “surfspeak” words
from chapter 13.
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Chapter 14 – Aftermath
Vocabulary:
Twingle (p.197) -experience a slight prickling or stinging sensation
Ambassador (p.199) - official representative to a foreign country
Jockey (p.201) - struggle by every available means to gain or achieve something
Humanitarian (p.202) - concerned with or seeking to promote human welfare
1. Analyze how the shark attack affected Alana, even though she wasn’t the one attacked.
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2. Why does Bethany like to do the interviews, but she always wants to get out of having
to do them? _____________________________________________________________
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3. Why does Bethany feel that she will forever be “tied” with the sport of surfing, even if
she were to quit entering contests? ___________________________________________
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What figurative language is being used here? ___________________________________
4. Why is Bethany excited to work with the World Vision Foundation? ______________
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Explain how World Vision Foundation works. _________________________________
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Chapter 15 –Part of a Plan
Vocabulary
Foundational – (p. 205)- that on which something is founded; basis
Ohana – (p. 207)- Part of Hawaiian culture; means family (including blood-related,
adoptive, etc)
Sophisticated – (p. 209)- of a person, ideas, tastes, manners, etc; altered by education,
experience, etc…
Defeated – (p. 210)- to frustrate; thwart
Prosper – (p. 210)- to be successful
1. On p. 206, Bethany states that being attacked by the shark was, “her own personal
tornado.” This is a metaphor. What is being compared? ___________________________
2. Bethany explains that the shark attack was a scary and trying experience and that in
some ways it still is. What does she mean by “a scary and trying experience?”
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3. Bethany states on p. 207, that she has a big ohana of Christian friends. What does she
mean by this? ____________________________________________________________
4. Who does Bethany compare herself to from the Old Testament? _________________
Why does she compare herself to him? ________________________________________
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5. Who is Bethany referring to when she says, “I hope, in some small way, this surfer girl
from Hawaii can make Him proud too?” _____________________________ pg # _____
Endnote: Sweet Sixteen
Reflect on Soul Surfer.
Write a journal entry (informational – NOT PERSUASIVE) on the topic of the
importance of supporting individuals facing obstacles.
Use text evidence from Soul Surfer.
Three paragraphs will be sufficient for a journal entry (not when it is an essay though).
You will need 6-7 sentences in each paragraph. Remember to have an introduction,
body paragraph and conclusion.
TIPS:
*Your thesis should be the last sentence in the introduction and should tie in with the rest
of your journal.
*The topic sentence in your body paragraph should tie in with thesis. Remember T–I –D-E.
*The conclusion should restate (not word for word) your thesis & body paragraph.
YOU MAY TYPE OR HANDWRITE YOUR JOURNAL