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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Cries and Whispers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While Callahan appreciates the simple __________ of the natural world, he still yearns to be rescued from his condition.
(a) Pleasures.
(b) Beauty.
(c) Activities.
(d) Foods.

2. What does Callahan do in order to get himself ready for the worsening storm before going to bed?
(a) An inspection.
(b) He signals for help.
(c) He gathers extra water.
(d) Nothing.

3. Callahan tries to keep his own spirits up by distracting himself with _______ and daydreams.
(a) Singing.
(b) Jokes.
(c) Poems.
(d) Reading.

4. After two difficult storms, Callahan declares his absolute _____________ for the lifestyle he is living in the boat.
(a) Love.
(b) Enjoyment.
(c) Sadness.
(d) Hatred.

5. In order to handle the fish which continue to batter his ship, Callahan refines his ___________ technique.
(a) Drying.
(b) Sailing.
(c) Floating.
(d) Spearing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What proves to be troublesome as Callahan continues on his journey of survival on the raft?

2. Callahan wonders how close he is to the _____________ as he works to keep the lower tube of the raft inflated.

3. What does Callahan lay down in order to protect his raft from further damage as he is fishing for food?

4. How might Callahan be described as he is alone in the sailboat once more on his journey?

5. The power strap of Callahan's _____________ gun has fallen loose and now sinks below the waves.

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