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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the narrator ask to take her to Shell-Heap Island in Chapter 15?
(a) Captain Bowden.
(b) William.
(c) Captain Littlepage.
(d) Mrs. Todd.

2. What does the narrator say about Mrs. Todd's way of talking about Captain Littlepage?
(a) Mrs. Todd seems to be in love with Captain Littlepage.
(b) Mrs. Todd doesn't seem to like Captain Littlepage.
(c) Mrs. Todd won't talk about Captain Littlepage.
(d) The two seem to have a strained relationship.

3. What positive characteristics do Mrs. Todd and Mrs. Caplin ascribe to Sant?
(a) Athletic ability and critical discernment.
(b) A sharp mind.
(c) Military knowledge and strategic thinking.
(d) Knowledge in financial matters.

4. Where is the narrator at the opening of Chapter 20?
(a) At Mrs. Todd's.
(b) At the wharf.
(c) At the schoolhouse.
(d) On the shore.

5. What does the narrator find impressive about the Captain's retelling of Gaffett's story?
(a) His skepticism.
(b) His sense of nostalgia.
(c) His attention to detail.
(d) His bright eyes and vigor in storytelling.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Todd need to get while visiting Mrs. Blackett?

2. How does the narrator react to Mrs. Todd's abrupt departure?

3. What do the Bowdens do after dinner?

4. What does the narrator do with her last bit of time in Dunnet Landing?

5. What does the narrator notice about her own thoughts as the funeral procession moves out of sight?

(see the answer key)

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