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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 3, how much water does Timothy give Phillip when he first asks for it?
(a) A large cupful.
(b) One sip.
(c) A tiny cup.
(d) As much as he can drink.

2. What causes the S.S. Hato to sink?
(a) It hits another ship.
(b) It is torpedoed.
(c) The engine malfunctions.
(d) It is bombed by an aircraft.

3. How does Phillip's father feel about the prospect of the supply ships sailing again?
(a) Worried.
(b) Angry.
(c) Uncertain.
(d) Confident.

4. In Chapter 3, why does Phillip vomit over the side of the raft?
(a) He has eaten a bad fish.
(b) He has the stomach flu.
(c) Timothy hit him in the stomach.
(d) He is in shock.

5. Why does Timothy warn Phillip to stay away from the edge of the raft?
(a) There are sharks in the water.
(b) The water is too cold.
(c) He can't swim.
(d) There are jellyfish nearby.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the destination of the ship Phillip and his mother leave the island on?

2. In Chapter 6, where does Phillip think he and Timothy will be better off?

3. What is Phillip's father's name?

4. What happens to the Tern as it sets sail?

5. What is Phillip's father doing as Phillip and his mom leave the island?

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