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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Ramun's father reluctant to let Ramun join the pearl divers?
(a) He is afraid Ramun can't swim.
(b) He is afraid that Ramun is too lazy.
(c) He is afraid that a storm could kill them both and destroy the business.
(d) He knows that Ramun does not want the job.

2. Who does the Sevillano not believe in?
(a) Ramun.
(b) Himself.
(c) The Pearl of Heaven.
(d) The Virgin Mary.

3. Where has Ramun hidden his prized pearl?
(a) In his shirt.
(b) In his shoe.
(c) In his pants.
(d) Nowhere, he left the pearl at Luzon's hut.

4. How many carats is Soto's pearl?
(a) Seven.
(b) Two.
(c) Five.
(d) One.

5. How do the people in Ramun's town feel about the Manta Diablo?
(a) Fearful.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Sad.
(d) Happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is Soto Luzon's transportation?

2. What demeaning term do the buyer(s) refer to the pearl as?

3. How many men are lost in the Salazar fleet?

4. One person refuses to join in the celebration of the pearl, what is the person's true "ailment"?

5. Who does Mr. Salazar try to sell the pearl to?

(see the answer key)

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