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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Few Shells.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the shell of the Argonauta used by them?
(a) The mother uses it as a cradle for its young
(b) It is used to dig in the sand
(c) It is used to attract its prey
(d) It is used to attract a mate

2. What about space around an object changes it?
(a) It can stand out and be noticed and admired
(b) It could change the color
(c) Someone might not see it and break it
(d) It could get lost

3. What does the author stress about day to day living?
(a) It can be wonderful all the time
(b) With the right attitude, it's fun
(c) It is boring
(d) It's work and life is not a beach

4. Who comes to visit Anne at the cottage?
(a) Her children
(b) Her husband
(c) Her sister
(d) Her lover

5. To what does the author compare the oyster shell for comfort?
(a) The gentle sun
(b) Soft sand
(c) A pair of old gardening gloves
(d) A feather bed

Short Answer Questions

1. What will she use to remind her of the island at home?

2. What does the author learn to appreciate with in her solitude?

3. What do Anne and her visitor do in the morning?

4. What does the author say a woman is full of?

5. Who does Anne use as an example of the simple life?

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