In the book Swiss Family Robinson why was the river named Jackal River?

Answer 1

It was named Jackal River because they were in Tentholm and the jackals attacked and they were right near that river. It was the river that brought them in from the sea.

Answer 2

In the book "Swiss Family Robinson," the river was named Jackal River because the father, William Robinson, decided to name it after the jackals that were spotted near its banks. This decision was likely made to help the family members easily identify and remember the river's location. Naming geographical features after local wildlife is a common practice in exploration and survival situations.