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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the thing of highest value for Kino and his family?
(a) His carving stick.
(b) His canoe.
(c) His home.
(d) His snorkeling gear.

2. What action does Juana perform on Coyotito after he is stung?
(a) Slaps his wound area.
(b) Rubs the puncture wound with her hand.
(c) Puts a mixed concoction on the area.
(d) Sucks the puncture wound.

3. Why do the villagers come to Kino's house in Chapter 1?
(a) They are demanding money.
(b) They are looking for Juana.
(c) They hear Coytito's cries.
(d) They are demanding the pearl.

4. Which of these things do not happen to a child with an insect sting in Chapter 1?
(a) Fever.
(b) Tightening Throat.
(c) Swelling.
(d) Seizures.

5. How does the narrator describe Juana wearing her hair?
(a) Cut short.
(b) In a bun.
(c) In a ponytail.
(d) In braids.

Short Answer Questions

1. What surprising thing does Juana do after Coyotito is stung?

2. What makes the insect that stings Coyotito fall into Coyotito's bed?

3. What does Juana say to herself after Coyotito is stung?

4. What stings Coyotito?

5. What does Coyotito sleep in every night?

(see the answer key)

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