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"Ghost of the Lagoon" is a short story about a boy and a monster in Bora Bora. Mako must master his fear and push himself to the limits if he is to survive. This tale is filled with vivid imagery and rich language that you and your students are sure to love.
- What is the ghost in ghost of the lagoon?
- Who is the antagonist in ghost of the lagoon?
- What is the resolution in the story ghost of the lagoon?
- What weapon does Mako use in his battle with Tupa?
- What is the problem in the story the lagoon?
- How does Mako demonstrate the qualities of a hero?
- Why didn't the men in the boat want to stay at Arsat's house?
- Who is the white man in the lagoon?
- What happen to Arsat wife?
- What internal conflict does Mako face when AFA falls into the water?
- What happens to Arsats wife while he speaks with Tuan?
- How does the white man feel about Arsat?
- What does the lagoon symbolize?
- What is the theme of the story within a story in the lagoon?
- What caused the death of Arsat's brother?
- Who is the real hero of the lagoon explain your answer?
What is the ghost in ghost of the lagoon?
Lesson Summary
The protagonist, Mako, hears about Tupa, the ghost that haunts the lagoon and that all the fishermen are afraid of. Tupa killed Mako's father.
Who is the antagonist in ghost of the lagoon?
the ghost of the lagoon takes place on the island of bora bora. Mako is a young boy who lives on the island and is an protaonist. Tupa the ghost of the lagoon is the antagonist. The minor characters are Makos mother, grandfather ,dog, and the king opu nui.
What is the resolution in the story ghost of the lagoon?
Resolution. The villagers are thrilled that Mako has defeated Tupa. Mako will be awarded thirty acres of land and a canoe after a celebration feast the next day.
What weapon does Mako use in his battle with Tupa?
What weapon does Mako use against Tupa? Where did he get it? Mako used a spear he made himself. You just studied 15 terms!
What is the problem in the story the lagoon?
conflict. the conflict in the lagoon was the internal regret and remorse between the characters for the actions taken.
How does Mako demonstrate the qualities of a hero?
Mako is a hero because her killed Tupa by stabbing his eyes and shoulder with his spear.
Why didn't the men in the boat want to stay at Arsat's house?
The men on the boat do not come up to Arsat's cabin. Why? They believe Arsat is spiritually powerful.
Who is the white man in the lagoon?
The white man is a traveler in a foreign land, staying with Arsat. While there, he listened to his friend, burdened (meaning ''deeply bothered'') with guilt, describe the night his brother died and Diamelen was kidnapped.
What happen to Arsat wife?
The white man travels to Arsat's dwelling and discovers that Arsat's wife is dying. ... Through flashback, Arsat tells the story of how he eloped with Diamelen with the help of his brother and how his brother died when the rajah's men chased them. 3... Diamelen dies.
What internal conflict does Mako face when AFA falls into the water?
The Story's Resolution
The internal dilemma Mako faces dissolves once his beloved dog Afa jumps into the water and swims toward shore. Though he is frightened, his loyalty to the dog outweighs the fear. Mako summons all internal resolve and spears the shark directly in the eye.
What happens to Arsats wife while he speaks with Tuan?
When Arsat is speaking with Tuan, his wife dies.
How does the white man feel about Arsat?
He had known Arsat years ago, in a far country in times of trouble and danger, when no friendship is to be despised. He liked the man who knew how to keep faith in council and how to fight without fear by the side of his white friend.
What does the lagoon symbolize?
The Lagoon: A lagoon, by definition, is a small body of water separated from a larger body of water. ... ' To Arsat, the lagoon is safe because it's sheltered. The lagoon might also be symbolic of issues beneath the surface. Repeatedly in the story, the stillness of the water is discussed.
What is the theme of the story within a story in the lagoon?
The story deals with themes of love, in Arsat's infatuation with Diamelen; loyalty, in the actions of Arsat's brother risking his life to help Arsat; betrayal, when Arsat chooses to run away with Diamelen rather than stay and attempt to save his brother; and remorse, in Arsat feeling guilty over his brother's death and ...
What caused the death of Arsat's brother?
Arsat's brother selflessly risks his life helping his brother escape with Diamelen. When the war party begins closing in on them, Arsat's brother sacrifices himself by attempting to stall the search party. As Arsat and Diamelen escape unharmed, Arsat's brother is overtaken and killed by the war party.
Who is the real hero of the lagoon explain your answer?
Arsat is the hero of the story, although a case could be made for his brother. His brother helps Arsat take the woman he loves, and he sacrifices himself to protect the couple.
