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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13, 14 and 15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the narrator go to write in Chapter 1?
(a) The schoolhouse.
(b) A cottage in the village.
(c) The beach.
(d) The park.

2. What conclusion about the narrator's beliefs can be drawn from her conversation with Captain Littlepage?
(a) She believes that the Captain is crazy.
(b) She does not believe in life after death.
(c) She tends not to believe in Gaffert's story.
(d) She believes that sailors cannot be trusted.

3. What did Gaffett and his companion do after going on land?
(a) They sent rescuers to the site of the shipwreck.
(b) They went to the pub.
(c) They retrieved their boat and left.
(d) They looked for supplies.

4. How does Captain Littlepage react to the narrator's comments?
(a) He is hurt that she doesn't believe him.
(b) He is surprised that has had similar experiences.
(c) He firmly denies her explanation.
(d) He is glad she understands him.

5. What happened when Gaffett and his companion went on land?
(a) The animals were too dangerous.
(b) It was too cold to survive.
(c) They built a camp.
(d) The town seemed to disappear.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Captain Littlepage say about the townspeople?

2. Who does the narrator compare Mrs. Fosdick to when describing her visits to others?

3. With whom does Mrs. Todd go to visit Joanna in Chapter 13?

4. What does the Captain assert during the beginning of his conversation with the narrator in Chapter 5?

5. What happens to Joanna's half of the family farm?

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