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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 13, how large does a newspaper article say the Great Appalachian Bear was?
(a) 390 pounds.
(b) 475 pounds.
(c) 715 pounds.
(d) 600 pounds.

2. What did Pi think helped him to shore when he fell into the water in "Plights and Perils"?
(a) Driftwood.
(b) Small boat.
(c) Whale.
(d) Porpoise.

3. How often does Early go into town when all the boys are given day passes?
(a) Once in a while.
(b) Every couple months.
(c) Never.
(d) About once a month.

4. Which class starts the regatta in Chapter 12?
(a) Freshmen.
(b) Seniors.
(c) Sophomores.
(d) 8th grade.

5. When was Jack's mother's funeral?
(a) September.
(b) April.
(c) June.
(d) July.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Early's father die?

2. In Chapter 12, how many boats are lined up to race in regatta when Jack arrives?

3. How does Jack get to Maine in Chapter 1?

4. What river does Early plan to travel as he leaves with Jack in Chapter 13?

5. What is the name of the most beautiful boat in the boathouse?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was the opening ceremony for the regatta?

2. What does Jack say about his father and grandfather in the Prologue?

3. What does Jack realize when he looks out his window at the end of Chapter 12?

4. How does Jack feel the night after the regatta?

5. How does Preston describe Early at lunch in Chapter 3?

6. How do the after-school hours blend together for Jack and Early?

7. How did Early get the "Maine" to the workshop?

8. What is Early's room like?

9. What does Jack consider wishing for in the boathouse in Chapter 6 and what does he wish for?

10. What is Early doing when Jack sees him in Chapter 9?

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