Blueback Chapters 2-7

What does Abel say Blueback is bluer than?

Why did Abel keep Blueback a secret at first?

What made Costello’s fishing methods wrong?

What does Abel think about killing fish for sport?

Why does Abel worry as summer approaches and more boats arrive in Longboat Bay?

Why is there a cross for Abel’s father in the family cemetery, but no body?

What does Abel wonder about Blueback after spending time with him?

What feeling does Abel have when watching the kangaroos in the orchard?

What name does Abel give the fish he meets near Robbers Head?

What type of tree do Abel and his mother fertilize using kelp?

What was the first sign something had gone wrong with Mad Macka?

What does it mean when Abel’s mother says gropers are territorial?

What did Abel’s mother do to try to protect Blueback from harm?

What does Abel notice is different about his mother the day Costello arrives?

What activity do Abel and his mother enjoy together that shows their bond?

Why did Abel describe the ducks as looking like businessmen and bankers?

Why is Abel’s mother not lonely when Abel is away?

Why does Dora feel nervous about Mad Macka diving alone?

What did Abel do that unintentionally put Blueback in danger?

How did Abel feel when his mother was diving alone to find Mad Macka?