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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II, Chapters 11-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Tom come home earlier than expected from the whaling trip?
(a) Most of the men were sick and dying of dysentery.
(b) They came upon a school of whales and killed their capacity.
(c) He decided he needed to be with his family.
(d) The ship was mangled in a storm.

2. What is Lydia's state of mind prior to Tom's return home from the sea?
(a) Contentment.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Euphoria.
(d) Despair.

3. Which of the people on the ship has died?
(a) Captain Harley Wittmore.
(b) Rev. Harlan Wilson.
(c) Mr. James White.
(d) Captain Henry White.

4. Whose party does Lydia not attend?
(a) Cousin William's.
(b) Rev. Westmoreland's.
(c) Captain Jones'.
(d) Aunt Rose's.

5. What color is the town's meeting house?
(a) White.
(b) Gray.
(c) Tan.
(d) Brick.

Short Answer Questions

1. At whose home does Sammie live?

2. What does Dencey hate about herself?

3. What does Tom agree to do in order to marry Lydia?

4. Who is the youngest of Stephen's children?

5. Who is Caleb Severance?

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