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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book III, Chapters 20-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Lydia's state of mind prior to Tom's return home from the sea?
(a) Euphoria.
(b) Contentment.
(c) Happiness.
(d) Despair.

2. On what street does Elias' house sit?
(a) Port Street.
(b) South Harbor Street.
(c) North Water Street.
(d) Bay View Street.

3. What was the cause of the death of the person on the ship?
(a) Malaria.
(b) Poisoning.
(c) Gunshot wound.
(d) Fever.

4. What cruel reality does Dencey realize about Sammie's life?
(a) He has no one to care for him.
(b) He is a slow learner.
(c) He has a speech impediment.
(d) He has a club foot.

5. Why is Dencey so sad on the day of Nantucket's main event?
(a) Her father has not answered her letter.
(b) She is being punished and not allowed to go.
(c) She won't get any fresh berries.
(d) Her prize sheep will be entered into the contest.

Short Answer Questions

1. What could happen to Lydia if it became public that Dencey was a bad girl?

2. All the local children are afraid of ____________.

3. How long does Tom expect to be gone on this whaling trip?

4. Which of the following is NOT something that tugs at Dencey's loneliness while in her room?

5. What does Lydia confront Dencey about in Chapter 23?

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