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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Timothy and Phillip lose consciousness during the tempest?
(a) A tree falls and hits them.
(b) A wave crashes over their heads.
(c) They are struck by flying debris.
(d) They are frightened.

2. What does Timothy smash with a rock to make Phillip's first trip along the reef safer?
(a) Mussel shells.
(b) Sharp rocks.
(c) Crabs.
(d) Sea urchins.

3. What island does Henrik tell Phillip has been destroyed?
(a) St. Thomas.
(b) Easter Island.
(c) Curacao.
(d) Aruba.

4. How long has Phillip's family lived on the island as the book begins?
(a) Four years.
(b) Fifteen years.
(c) One year.
(d) Six months.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Timothy act when he is ill in Chapter 12?

2. When Timothy first goes to explore the island, why does Phillip panic?

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

4. In Chapter 6, when Phillip reminds Timothy that they've spotted land, what returns to Timothy's voice?

5. According to Phillip's father, why can't the islanders fight the Germans?

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