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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16 - 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who sends the S.S. Empire Tern to the island?
(a) The British Navy.
(b) The Chinese Navy.
(c) The American Navy.
(d) The German Navy.

2. In Chapter 6, when Phillip reminds Timothy that they've spotted land, what returns to Timothy's voice?
(a) Joy.
(b) Anger.
(c) Power.
(d) Sadness.

3. What does Timothy tell Phillip will be the main problem with Phillip traveling to the reef on his own?
(a) The risk of falling.
(b) He may get lost.
(c) Stepping on sea urchins.
(d) The path is steep.

4. What does Phillip feel slithering around his feet as the tempest begins to hit?
(a) Fish.
(b) Fog.
(c) Lizards.
(d) Snakes.

5. According to Phillip's father, why can't the islanders fight the Germans?
(a) They are cowards.
(b) They are on the side of the Germans.
(c) They aren't smart enough.
(d) They have no submarines or aircraft weaponry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Phillip give Timothy for being unable to help with the work?

2. What source of oil does Phillip add to the signal fire?

3. What does Timothy use to make fishing line?

4. In Chapter 18, what month is it when Phillip hears the sound of a plane?

5. What is the charge against the Chinese crewmen who refuse to sail?

(see the answer key)

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