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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: pages 3-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what country does THE BIG WAVE take place?
(a) China.
(b) Japan.
(c) Vietnam.
(d) Thailand.

2. What is notable about the houses nearest the sea in the fishing village?
(a) They have no front door.
(b) They have brick facades.
(c) There are no windows facing the sea.
(d) They are painted red.

3. Sometimes Kino and Jiya swim to a small island owned by whom?
(a) Kenzo.
(b) Wise One.
(c) Aito.
(d) Old Gentleman.

4. What is sometimes hard for Kino about where he lives?
(a) The monsoon season.
(b) The wind storms.
(c) The lightning strikes.
(d) The walk up the mountain.

5. What does Jiya do when he witnesses the devastation of the big wave?
(a) He soils himself.
(b) He runs to the shore.
(c) He faints.
(d) He goes mute.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Kino and Jiya cling to Kino's father?

2. Why will many villagers stay at home during the emergency?

3. What is located on a small strip of sand at the base of the mountain?

4. Who is Kino's sister?

5. When does Jiya not want to be on the island?

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