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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 The Sea.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The situation becomes very reminiscent of what?
(a) The tragic day when Mafatu's mother died.
(b) Hurrican weather.
(c) Night.
(d) The storms in his dreams.

2. What does Mafatu's mother decide to do?
(a) Brave the elements.
(b) Send Mafatu with the other men.
(c) Join the other canoes.
(d) Find a new fishing spot.

3. What happens eventually and gradually?
(a) Mafatu becomes more nervous.
(b) The storm picks up.
(c) The sun sets.
(d) The storm lets up.

4. What makes Mafatu feel all but worthless?
(a) His lack of a mother.
(b) The silence and disapproval of his father.
(c) His lack of knowledge about fishing.
(d) His inability to fight.

5. What does Mafatu's mother finally decide to do?
(a) Continue to fish.
(b) Send Mafatu with the other fishermen.
(c) Head back to shore.
(d) Continue looking for sea urchins.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mafatu feel about the sea?

2. Who might his father think had taken his son?

3. Why does Mafatu decide to do this?

4. What do the other fishermen do after turning their canoes around?

5. How long do they stay in the sea?

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