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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Ambrose miss the green flash?
(a) Madge whispers gossip in his ear.
(b) He is daydreaming about the Cup.
(c) He falls asleep.
(d) He is in the restroom.

2. In Chapter 4, how do the sailing syndicates in the America’s Cup receive the location of the evening’s party?
(a) By carrier pigeon.
(b) By fax.
(c) By email.
(d) By text.

3. What significant event mentioned in the novel shares this same date but 53 years prior?
(a) The attack on Pearl Harbor.
(b) Kristallnacht.
(c) The invasion of Normandy.
(d) Pope Pius XII elevated the Apostolic Vicariate of the Hawaiian Islands to the dignity of a diocese.

4. How does Blaze try to take away Simon’s uncertainty about wrecking the Kiwi’s fastest boat?
(a) It will be exciting.
(b) It will be the perfect revenge.
(c) It will make him rich.
(d) It will make him famous.

5. What does Simon realize is the weak spot in the travel-lift?
(a) The hook.
(b) The lift.
(c) The boom.
(d) The sling.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Simon Cooke?

2. In Chapter 2, what day is it?

3. What snarky comment does Blaze make to Leeds regarding his marriage?

4. Letch and Westbrook convince the motel owner it is in his best interest to allow them into what room?

5. What food does Letch love that others detest?

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