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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 The Island.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mafatu have to endure?
(a) Endless mocking and ridicule.
(b) Sadness from the loss of his mother.
(c) Blame for his mother's death.
(d) The ridicule from a step-mother.

2. How does he move toward the idol?
(a) He glides toward it.
(b) He runs toward it.
(c) He inches toward it.
(d) He circles it.

3. Why does Mafatu's mother struggle to feed him?
(a) She is incredibly weak from the long battle.
(b) The food is hard to get to.
(c) She is full of fear.
(d) She wants the food for herself.

4. The next day shows what?
(a) An island nearby.
(b) More signs of stormy weather.
(c) No signs of the previous night's storm.
(d) Fish to catch.

5. What does Mafatu now realize about himself?
(a) He is wounded.
(b) He is afraid.
(c) He misses his tribe.
(d) He is no longer afraid.

Short Answer Questions

1. When morning comes, who is with Mafatu?

2. What happens to Mafatu's mother after raising the coconut to her son's lips?

3. How does Mafatu feel about his inability to conquer his fears?

4. What does Mafatu spot at the sacred spot?

5. What does he notice as he begins ripping leaves from a banana tree?

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