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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section V - Wind and Waves.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sophie think Cody is a good teacher?
(a) He teaches them a song to help them learn.
(b) He uses pictures to help teach.
(c) His lesson starts simply and gets more complicated.
(d) He makes funny jokes.

2. How long does Uncle Dock estimate that the whole trip will take?
(a) Three to four weeks.
(b) Fifteen to sixteen weeks.
(c) Ten to twelve weeks.
(d) Six to eight weeks.

3. In Sophie's story, what does Bompie's family trade for a car?
(a) A horse.
(b) Three chickens.
(c) Two calves.
(d) Two mules.

4. What do the travelers use to practice juggling?
(a) Apples.
(b) Bags of pretzels.
(c) Oranges.
(d) Hard rolls.

5. What does Cody discover his father doing below deck?
(a) Hiding something under his mattress.
(b) Punching a pillow.
(c) Tearing up a letter.
(d) Crying.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the difference between the wave in Sophie's dream and the wave that hit the boat?

2. What does Uncle Dock plan to teach the others on the journey?

3. Where does Cody prefer to by during the storm?

4. What does Cody call the two girls he sees walking down the beach toward him?

5. What material does the boat-maker use in a technique to help his work stay smooth?

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