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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. Why is Dencey conflicted about taking Stephen's coat?
(a) Stealing is wrong.
(b) It is so old that no one will want it.
(c) The coat won't fit anyone else.
(d) It could be given to the orphanage.

2. Why does Tom come home earlier than expected from the whaling trip?
(a) The ship was mangled in a storm.
(b) They came upon a school of whales and killed their capacity.
(c) Most of the men were sick and dying of dysentery.
(d) He decided he needed to be with his family.

3. At whose home does Sammie live?
(a) Injun Jill's.
(b) Rev. Westmoreland's.
(c) Captain Thwaits.
(d) Mr. Everman.

4. How is Hopestill related to Dencey?
(a) They are sisters.
(b) They are step sisters.
(c) They are not related.
(d) They are cousins.

5. Who is Caleb Severance?
(a) A school teacher.
(b) The owner of the pub.
(c) A minister.
(d) Tom's crew mate.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the wife of the man who died on the ship?

2. Why does Lydia and Tom's family move to a different house?

3. On what condition will Sammie forgive Dencey?

4. How does Dencey view Aunt Lovesta?

5. How does Lydia feel about Dencey's daily visits with the person?

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