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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 The Sea.

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. To whom does Mafatu pray?
(a) Jesus.
(b) Maui, Goddess of the Fisherman.
(c) Moana, the Sea God.
(d) His mother.

3. Why does Mafatu wonder how he could be a brave leader?
(a) If he is not strong enough.
(b) If he is afraid to use weapons.
(c) If he does not know how to fish.
(d) If he is afraid to venture past the water's edge.

4. The next day shows what?
(a) More signs of stormy weather.
(b) Fish to catch.
(c) No signs of the previous night's storm.
(d) An island nearby.

5. What is it time for the boys to do?
(a) Go to bed.
(b) Prepare for fishing.
(c) Eat a meal.
(d) Say a prayer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mafatu's experience with the sea tell him?

2. What does Mafatu's mother finally decide to do?

3. Soon, what comes?

4. What danger do they survive?

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

(see the answer key)

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