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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, Seal Woman, and Chapter 11, Ebb and Flow.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 4, Riptide, what did Joan get up each morning to watch?
(a) Joshua Cahoon jogging.
(b) Her husband walking the dog.
(c) The neighborhood children walking to school.
(d) The sunrise.

2. What did Joan decide at the end of her month of increased socializing in Chapter 11, Ebb and Flow?
(a) She hated socializing.
(b) She was in control of her life & when guests came and left.
(c) She liked being around other people.
(d) She missed her husband.

3. What did Hazel cook Joan for breakfast?
(a) Scrambled eggs and bacon.
(b) Blueberry pancakes.
(c) An omelet.
(d) Oatmeal and buttered toast.

4. Which of the following statements was not one of Joan's thoughts about the remark that she had everything she wanted?
(a) She had everything she was told she should want.
(b) Women got used to wanting only what was available.
(c) What she had was a far cry from what she really desired.
(d) She did have everything she wanted.

5. With what did Joan and her husband decorate their Christmas tree in Chapter 7, Silent Seas, Silent Nights?
(a) Old Victorian ornaments from Joan's grandmother.
(b) Garlands of popcorn and candy canes.
(c) Seashells.
(d) Joan's old necklaces.

Short Answer Questions

1. What disappointed Joan about her visit with Joan Erickson's cousin?

2. In Chapter 5, Water Therapy, what was really happening with the lobster the two customers thought was dead?

3. What factors complicated Joan's job for the film crew?

4. Who did Joan ask to take her in his boat to the seal island?

5. Approximately how many other runners showed up with Joan to participate in the New Year's Day race?

(see the answer key)

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