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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Susan describe the rhythm of the wind and rain on the island in Part One?
(a) Threatening.
(b) Monotonous.
(c) Agitating.
(d) Calming and hypnotic.

2. Why doesn't Friday speak to Susan?
(a) Out of his respect for women.
(b) Cruso has told him not to.
(c) He is shy.
(d) He has no tongue.

3. How does Susan react to Cruso's explanations of the laws of the island?
(a) With growing respect.
(b) With dissatisfaction.
(c) She ignores him.
(d) She laughs at his laws.

4. What does Susan believe that being on the island is?
(a) A punishment.
(b) Of the three castaways, this is most difficult for Cruso.
(c) A chance at redemption.
(d) A trial from God to test her faith.

5. Why does Susan say that Cruso wants to remain on the island?
(a) Stubborness of old age.
(b) It is where his love is buried.
(c) He has formed an attachment to natural living.
(d) He loves Friday and will not leave him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Susan crawl into bed with Cruso when he is ill?

2. How does Cruso respond to leaving on the ship?

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

4. What is the meal that Susan enjoys after the ship first arrives on the island?

5. What does Susan say was her father's name?

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