Elara and the Seven Silken Stars — Questions and answers

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What special items did Elara bring that old Baruk said ancient racers used?

Choices

  1. Glow-stones and extra food
  2. A map and a compass
  3. Smooth river stones to predict currents ✓
  4. A new pair of goggles

Answer: Smooth river stones to predict currents

From page 2

What unexpected obstacle did Elara and Pip encounter after the first bend?

Choices

  1. Another racing team
  2. A hidden cave entrance
  3. A massive whirlpool ✓
  4. A beautiful waterfall

Answer: A massive whirlpool

From page 4

What was the main danger if Elara and Pip were swept into the whirlpool?

Choices

  1. They would lose the race.
  2. Their raft would be crushed. ✓
  3. They would get very wet.
  4. They would be late for dinner.

Answer: Their raft would be crushed.

From page 6

How did Elara and Pip use the river stone to help them?

Choices

  1. To make their raft lighter.
  2. To distract the Gorgon twins.
  3. To watch the currents and find a shift. ✓
  4. To signal for help.

Answer: To watch the currents and find a shift.

From page 7

What happened to the Gorgon twins after Elara and Pip followed the invisible current?

Choices

  1. They caught up to Elara and Pip.
  2. They were swept into the whirlpool. ✓
  3. They found a different way around.
  4. They stopped racing to help.

Answer: They were swept into the whirlpool.

From page 9