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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who tells Henrik the American Navy will arrive at Curacao soon?
(a) One of the Chinese crewmen.
(b) Grace.
(c) Phillip, Sr.
(d) Phillip.

2. In Chapter 3, how much water does Timothy give Phillip when he first asks for it?
(a) As much as he can drink.
(b) A tiny cup.
(c) One sip.
(d) A large cupful.

3. Which of his mother's attitudes does Phillip agree with for the first time in Chapter 3?
(a) Her love of black people.
(b) Her dislike of black people.
(c) Her desire to return to Virginia.
(d) Her distrust of sailors.

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

5. 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 understands the need to ration the water.
(c) He says he will be unable to drink so much.
(d) He complains about Timothy's stinginess and demands more.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How long has Phillip's family lived on the island as the book begins?

3. In Chapter 6, why does Timothy yell at Phillip?

4. How many passengers board the ship with Phillip and his mother to leave the island?

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

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