The author's choice to tell the story from the children's perspectives is effective. The children do not have the same prejudices and concerns that the adults have. As a result, they are open to one another and become friends despite their differences. They provide the reader with unbiased insight into what is happening on the mainland and on Malaga Island.
I agree because it doesnt matter about your look, it matters about your character. your character, not your style judges you. I agree with angela because being pretty is not a factor. I have no disagreeing statements.
I believe it would refer to intelligence quotient.