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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Cruso tell Susan about the laws of the island?
(a) "The laws are meant for the protection of us all."
(b) "The only law is we will work for our bread."
(c) "There are no laws."
(d) "The only law is to do what I say."

2. How does Cruso react to the arrival of a ship on the island?
(a) He fights the men who try to get him to board.
(b) He is scared and tries to run away.
(c) He sits without emotion.
(d) He cries tears of joy and relief.

3. Where was Susan traveling when her boat ran into trouble?
(a) London.
(b) Lisbon.
(c) Sydney.
(d) Paris.

4. What best describes Cruso's appearance?
(a) European, with green eyes and straw-colored hair
(b) Kind, blue eyes and a balding pate.
(c) Olive skin, dark eyes and dark curls.
(d) A graying man with muscles and all his teeth.

5. How does Cruso respond to leaving on the ship?
(a) His spirits improve with regular meals.
(b) He sleeps for three days.
(c) He cries with Friday.
(d) He loses hope and dies.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who steps on a thorn in the first section of the story?

2. Why does Cruso tell Susan he has not tried to record his memories?

3. Who cares for the person (or persons) who falls after Susan has been on the island for one year?

4. What does Cruso grow near his shelter?

5. Why does the woman in the beginning of the story say she slips over the side of the boat and swims to shore?

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