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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mafatu react when he finally realizes how truly isolated he is?
(a) Slightly nervous.
(b) Relaxed for the first time.
(c) Unsure.
(d) Gripped by terror.

2. How does Mafatu feel about his inability to conquer his fears?
(a) Slightly embarrassed but eager to keep attempting.
(b) Anxious to try again.
(c) Unfulfilled and ashamed.
(d) Nervous and shy.

3. What does he resolve?
(a) He will drown.
(b) The savages will never catch him.
(c) He will never return home.
(d) The savages will catch him.

4. What swallows the fish Mafatu has caught?
(a) The shark.
(b) Uri.
(c) A wave.
(d) Kivi.

5. How are they end up in the churning sea?
(a) When the boat begins to leak.
(b) When their boat capsizes.
(c) When the boat collapses.
(d) When Mafatu's mother jumps overboard.

Short Answer Questions

1. What else taunts him?

2. What would cause Mafatu to lose his spear or line?

3. How do the other fishermen feel about her decision?

4. What happens when Mafatu tries to catch his friend?

5. To whom does Mafatu pray?

(see the answer key)

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