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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the rains of the tempest feel like to Phillip?

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

3. While on the island, what serious illness does Timothy come down with?

4. Why do ships avoid the Devil's Mouth?

5. In Chapter 11, what can't Phillip find on the beach?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 13, after Phillip learns to fish, what evidence is there that Phillip is growing more confident?

2. After the hut is blown away in the tempest, what does Timothy do to protect Phillip from the storm?

3. Why does Timothy decide to teach Phillip how to fish?

4. In Chapter 11, why does Phillip become nervous about Stew Cat's safety in Timothy's company?

5. Where does Timothy take Phillip to teach him to fish?

6. After Timothy's fever breaks and he is able to return to the campsite, what two observations about Timothy does Phillip make?

7. What is a langosta?

8. What does the hut Timothy builds on the island look like?

9. What is the Devil's Mouth?

10. What does Timothy tell Phillip will be his main danger as he makes his way along the poles planted in the reef to the fishing hole?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Phillip's relationship with Grace has a great impact on his life and the way he approaches the world. Describe their relationship. What characteristics of Grace do you also see in Phillip? How do these characteristics define Phillip's personality and the way he goes about his life?

Essay Topic 2

Timothy helps Phillip grow into a confident, independent young man during their time together on the cay. How does Phillip's increased confidence change his relationship with Timothy?

Essay Topic 3

There are several instances of racism in The Cay. Name three different characters or groups of people who display racism. Who are they? Whom do they dislike? What do they do or say?

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