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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 helps Phillip into his life jacket when their boat is sinking?
(a) His mother.
(b) A sailor.
(c) The captain.
(d) Timothy.

2. What is the reaction of the men who rescue Timothy when he tells them he was on the Hato?
(a) They are delighted.
(b) They don't believe him.
(c) They are frightened.
(d) They knew he must have been.

3. How many feet out on the reef is the fishing hole?
(a) 20 feet.
(b) 100 feet.
(c) 5 feet.
(d) 50 feet.

4. In Chapter 12, as Timothy and Phillip return from the beach to their campsite, what does Timothy do for the first time?
(a) Catches a langosta.
(b) Tells Phillip where he is from.
(c) Tells Phillip his real age.
(d) Leans on Phillip.

5. On what date do the Chinese crews agree to sail again?
(a) February 21.
(b) May 12.
(c) July 8.
(d) December 6.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 10, whom does Phillip tell Timothy his mother does not like?

2. In Chapter 7, when Timothy tells Phillip he isn't sure where they are, what does Phillip think of Timothy?

3. In Chapter 8, what does Phillip believe has become of his mother?

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

5. Why does Phillip dangle his hand over the edge of the raft?

(see the answer key)

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