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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 - 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 3, how does Phillip react to the amount of water Timothy gives him?
(a) He says he will be unable to drink so much.
(b) He complains about Timothy's stinginess and demands more.
(c) He understands the need to ration the water.
(d) He is surprised by Timothy's generosity.

2. In Chapter 11, what does Timothy put on top of the hut?
(a) A sun roof.
(b) A lightning rod.
(c) Mud.
(d) A carving of a cat.

3. In Chapter 6, where does Timothy think he and Phillip will be better off?
(a) On the island.
(b) In the ocean.
(c) Dead.
(d) On the raft.

4. What do the islanders call the Chinese crewmen when they refuse to sail?
(a) Idiots.
(b) Chinks.
(c) Cowards.
(d) Smart.

5. What is Phillip's father's name?
(a) Joseph Smith
(b) Walter Van Boven.
(c) Phillip Enright, Sr.
(d) Phillip Thomas.

Short Answer Questions

1. What island does Henrik tell Phillip has been destroyed?

2. At the beginning of the book, what is the name of the town where Phillip and his family live?

3. In Chapter 8, how old does Timothy admit he is?

4. In Chapter 7, what makes Phillip believe Timothy is holding something back?

5. What appeal does Phillip make to his mother when she says she wants to leave the island?

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