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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Phillip when the book begins?
(a) Twenty-two.
(b) Sixteen.
(c) Nine.
(d) Eleven.

2. In Chapter 4, how old does Timothy tell Phillip he is?
(a) Upwards of 80.
(b) Upwards of 60.
(c) Around 30.
(d) 52.

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

4. What type of ship is the S.S. Empire Tern?
(a) A fishing trawler.
(b) A battleship.
(c) An armed tanker.
(d) A submarine.

5. In Chapter 3, when Timothy and Phillip are on the raft, where does Timothy believe they are?
(a) Near the cays.
(b) Near Canada.
(c) Near Hawaii.
(d) Near Panama.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Grace?

2. While on the raft, how do Phillip and Timothy get fish to eat?

3. How does Grace feel about living on the island?

4. Who helps Phillip into his life jacket when their boat is sinking?

5. In Chapter 3, what is Phillip doing when Timothy tells him he feels the same way, but there is nothing to be gained by it?

(see the answer key)

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