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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 16, what does Phillip believe protects him from his fear?
(a) God.
(b) His blindness.
(c) A lucky charm.
(d) Stew.

2. In Chapter 17, what does Phillip decide to go diving for?
(a) Langosta.
(b) Fish.
(c) Mussels.
(d) Treasure.

3. How does Phillip's father feel about the prospect of the supply ships sailing again?
(a) Uncertain.
(b) Confident.
(c) Angry.
(d) Worried.

4. What do the islanders call the Chinese crewmen when they refuse to sail?
(a) Chinks.
(b) Cowards.
(c) Smart.
(d) Idiots.

5. When Phillip discovers Timothy is dead, who or what comes to him?
(a) The lizards.
(b) Stew.
(c) American sailors.
(d) An airplane.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 13, what does Phillip realize Timothy has been making for him?

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

3. Who sends destroyers and cruisers to protect the supply ships when they begin to sail again?

4. In Chapter 9, what does Timothy do when Phillip calls him a stupid, ugly black man?

5. In Chapter 12, when Timothy stumbles out of the hut while ill, where does Phillip find him?

(see the answer key)

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