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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does old Jacob's rheumatics disappear?
(a) Hard at work in the fields.
(b) Reading scripture in church.
(c) Caring for the farm animals.
(d) Out at sea on the Scallop.

2. How old is Thorfinn when he leaves school?
(a) 18.
(b) 21.
(c) 14.
(d) 10.

3. What job does Jock Seatter do in Norday?
(a) Blacksmith.
(b) Politician.
(c) Lobsterman.
(d) Beachcomber.

4. What is the primary image of "The Song of the Broch?"
(a) Danger from afar.
(b) Storm clouds brewing.
(c) Stone mother.
(d) Eagles alighting.

5. How does Thorfinn deal with the tension in his family in chapter 6?
(a) Runs away and joins the army.
(b) Goes out into the fields and rides Selkie.
(c) Types a story out on his typewriter.
(d) Tries to bring everyone together to talk.

Short Answer Questions

1. In chapter 7 what appears just off the shore of Norday?

2. Who digs Olafson's grave?

3. What rings for the first time on Norday, brought by the workmen?

4. What is the Kitty Fea?

5. In chapter 6 what does Thorfinn dream of?

(see the answer key)

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