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

2. Who steps on a thorn in the first section of the story?
(a) Abigail.
(b) The unnamed boy.
(c) Friday.
(d) Susan.

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

4. What does Cruso tell Susan about punishing Friday?
(a) Ignoring Friday is the worst punishment.
(b) There is never a need for punishment.
(c) Occasional punishment keeps him in line.
(d) Only a man can punish another man.

5. Where does Susan see Friday working when she awakens her first morning on the island?
(a) In a crop field.
(b) In the water by the shore.
(c) Up high in a tree.
(d) At a stone stove.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when a ship arrives on the island?

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

3. Why does Susan say that Cruso wants to remain on the island?

4. What does Susan tell the ship's mates?

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

(see the answer key)

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