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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. Against what do the fishermen warn her?
(a) Fishing at night.
(b) Catching sea urchins.
(c) Fishing too close to the reef.
(d) Staying out in the water.

2. What does Mafatu's mother decide to do?
(a) Brave the elements.
(b) Find a new fishing spot.
(c) Send Mafatu with the other men.
(d) Join the other canoes.

3. 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.

4. What does he want from his town and his father?
(a) Respect.
(b) A job.
(c) To be left alone.
(d) To find him.

5. How do the other fishermen feel about her decision?
(a) Unconcerned.
(b) Content.
(c) Concern.
(d) Angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. The next day shows what?

2. What startles Mafatu?

3. What no longer hangs around his neck?

4. What does the boy do when he flings himself onto the floor of the canoe?

5. How does he feel after the climb to the lookout?

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