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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 The Island.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the sky cast upon the tiny canoe?
(a) Thunder and lightning.
(b) A shadow.
(c) Rain.
(d) Hail.

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

3. What do the other fishermen do after turning their canoes around?
(a) They slowly head back home.
(b) They count their catch.
(c) They find a new place to fish.
(d) They head for the safety of dry land.

4. What does Mafatu use to cauterize the wound on his leg?
(a) Mud.
(b) Eucalyptus.
(c) Wild limes.
(d) Aloe.

5. What no longer hangs around his neck?
(a) A gift from his father.
(b) A symbol of the Sea God.
(c) His knife.
(d) His canteen.

Short Answer Questions

1. About what is Mafatu unsure?

2. What makes Mafatu feel all but worthless?

3. Who does he praise for bringing him safely to this island and for giving him courage?

4. Why does Mafatu decide to do this?

5. What does the current do to their canoe?

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