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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long is Cruso ill, in Part One?
(a) 1 week.
(b) 12 days.
(c) 30 cycles of the sun.
(d) 48 hours.

2. What does Susan bring back to camp after disobeying Cruso on her third day on the island?
(a) Wood to build a raft.
(b) Firewood.
(c) Berries.
(d) Root vegetables.

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

4. What does Cruso tell Susan when he gives her a knife in Part One?
(a) To find food if she is hungry.
(b) To make herself useful.
(c) To remain nearby.
(d) To be very careful.

5. How does Susan end up on the island?
(a) Her ship is attacked by pirates and she escapes.
(b) She is kidnapped by a crew member from whom she escapes.
(c) There is mutiny on her ship and she is cast away.
(d) There is an outbreak of illness on her ship and she escapes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Friday's feet bleed in Part One?

2. How does Susan describe the rhythm of the wind and rain on the island in Part One?

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

4. Where does Susan sleep on her first night on the island?

5. What does the woman ask for when she first swims ashore?

(see the answer key)

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