67 pages2 hours read

Watt Key

Deep Water

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2018

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Reading Questions & Paired Texts

Reading Check and Short Answer questions on key points are designed for guided reading assignments, in-class review, formative assessment, quizzes, and more.

CHAPTERS 1-6

Reading Check

1. How long does Julie’s father say she can stay at the bottom of the dive?

2. What happened to the anchor, causing Julie’s father to become separated from the group?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. Despite some challenging conditions, why do Julie and her father continue with the dive?

2. What are some ways the Jordans ignore safety rules and what is a consequence?

3. How did the Malzon tanks affect Julie’s father and consequently the whole family?

CHAPTERS 7-19

Reading Check

1. What is Shane’s reaction when he surfaces and the boat is gone?

2. When Shane’s father surfaces, what is his physical condition?

3. What are sea lice?

4. What are some fears Julie shares with Shane when they see a storm on the horizon?

5. When sharks arrive, what happens to Mr. Jordan?

Short Answer

Answer each question in at least 1 complete sentence. Incorporate details from the text to support your response.

1. How does Julie try to help Shane and his father survive?

2. Why can’t the three characters drink the rain at first, and how do they finally get fresh water to drink?

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