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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 5, while Phillip and Timothy are on the raft, what does Timothy spot in the sky?
(a) A flock of birds.
(b) Storm clouds.
(c) A comet.
(d) An airplane.

2. Who is afraid of airplanes?
(a) Henrik.
(b) Timothy.
(c) Grace.
(d) Phillip.

3. In Chapter 3, why does Phillip begin to dislike Timothy?
(a) Timothy shouts at him.
(b) Timothy doesn't like Phillip.
(c) He is unhappy about the amount of water Timothy gives him.
(d) He thinks Timothy is evil.

4. Why does Timothy warn Phillip to stay away from the edge of the raft?
(a) The water is too cold.
(b) There are sharks in the water.
(c) He can't swim.
(d) There are jellyfish nearby.

5. When the supply ships stop sailing, what are the islanders worried about running out of?
(a) Money and alcohol.
(b) Coffee and sugar.
(c) Fresh water and vegetables.
(d) Meat and grains.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 4, how old does Timothy tell Phillip he is?

2. In Chapter 4, when Phillip wakes up in the dark after feeling ill, what time does Timothy tell him it is?

3. On what island are Phillip and his parents living when the book starts?

4. Why does the army officer tell Phillip and Henrik to leave the bridge?

5. Who sends destroyers and cruisers to protect the supply ships when they begin to sail again?

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