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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12 - 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 13, what does Phillip realize Timothy has been making for him?
(a) A spear.
(b) A cot.
(c) Fishing hooks.
(d) His own hut.

2. When Phillip first asks Timothy for water while on the raft, where does Timothy get the water?
(a) From a canteen around his neck.
(b) From a small bottle of water.
(c) From the ocean.
(d) From a large keg on the raft.

3. 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?
(a) Shouting.
(b) Vomiting.
(c) Swimming away.
(d) Crying.

4. After the incident with the Tern, what doesn't Phillip find exciting anymore?
(a) War.
(b) Sailors.
(c) The harbor.
(d) Fishing.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What ship do Phillip and his mother board to leave the island?

3. In Chapter Twelve, when does Timothy's fever finally break?

4. On what date do the Chinese crews agree to sail again?

5. How does Phillip know when it is late May?

(see the answer key)

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