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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Ten, Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What unusual feature of Mrs. Haddock's speech did Mother immediately notice?
(a) All her words were strung together without a break.
(b) Her voice sounded like it was coming from another room.
(c) She had an American accent.
(d) She was able to throw her voice.

2. To what did Gerald compare the lights of the fishing boats in the distance as he returned from his day at the villa?
(a) The Milky Way.
(b) Sequins.
(c) A carnival.
(d) Fireworks.

3. Where did Gerald first pay attention to donkeys on the island?
(a) At the seashore town near the villa.
(b) At Theo's home.
(c) At the market place.
(d) At Katarina's wedding.

4. Who had invited Gerald and his family to a wine harvest?
(a) Mr. Pondikonissi, who recently purchased a vineyard.
(b) Mr. Pavlo, who owned vineyards.
(c) Mr. Stephanites, who owned a vineyard on the island.
(d) Mr. Stavrodkis, who owned a villa and vineyards.

5. The day before his birthday, what did Gerald notice about his family?
(a) They were all in bad moods.
(b) They were all ignoring him.
(c) They are all making fun of him.
(d) They were all behaving in a more eccentric manner.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Theodore and Gerald see out in the water while Captain Creech was visiting?

2. What did Gerald name the donkey?

3. What did Gerald drink throughout his meal with the Countess?

4. What did fishermen use to calm the waters around their small boats?

5. What did Kokino call his unusual fishing method for catching cuddlefish?

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