Where does the story take place?
Hikueru
What is the boy’s name?
Mafatu
Who is his father?
Tavana Nui
What is the boy afraid of?
the ocean
What happened to Mafatu and his mother?
They were caught in a hurricane while out at sea. Their boat capsized and his mother died.
How do the other villagers treat Mafatu?
They make fun of him because he is scared to go into the ocean.
What job does Mafatu do for the village?
He makes nets and spears.
Who are Uri and Kivi?
Mafatu’s dog and an albatross
Who tries to encourage Mafatu to go fishing for sharks?
Kana
What does Mafatu decide he must do?
Go out in the sea to prove that he is brave