Questions – ‘Close Call at Tristan da Cunha’ by John MacGibbon
Why might John have experienced an exciting and frightening day of his life?
→ because they came close to being shipwrecked in the south atlantic ocean.
What was the cause of the noises from the deck above?
→ it was the water and the father’s footsteps.
Why did all the fathers go up on deck?
→ because there are the braves and also the children can be safe
How was John’s dad trying to keep everyone safe?
→he said to the mother’s to stay with the kids and we father’s go out.
Why did people have to row boats?
→ because there was no wind and so they can get to their destinations.
What was the weather like?
→ raining,thundering and cloudy.
Why were Dad’ hands covered in blisters and blood?
→ because of the rowing they did.
What are life rafts for?
→ life raft is when there is an emergency can the ship is sinking.
Explain why the passengers on board would be cheering.
→ because the wind became stronger and now they can go faster.