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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book III, Chapters 14-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Sammie's demeanor when Dencey shows him the chart?
(a) Grateful.
(b) Appreciative.
(c) Surprised.
(d) Combative.

2. When Sammie admits to Dencey that he cannot read, he is being _________________.
(a) Dishonest.
(b) Bold.
(c) Arrogant.
(d) Vulnerable.

3. How does Sammie try to cover up his uneasiness about being with Dencey?
(a) He tries to appear smarter than he is.
(b) He tries to make her angry.
(c) He tries to hurt her feelings.
(d) He tries to be funny.

4. What is the name of Lydia and Tom's baby boy?
(a) Ariel.
(b) Jonathan.
(c) James.
(d) Samuel.

5. What did the people of Nantucket rely on to make their living?
(a) Textiles.
(b) The sea.
(c) Woodworking.
(d) Agriculture.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the cause of the death of the person on the ship?

2. What new article of clothing does Stephen receive?

3. How does Dencey's dress get a mark on it?

4. What season is arriving at the beginning of the book?

5. Who is the young woman who has caught Tom's attention?

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