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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Channeled Whelk.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a channeled whelk?
(a) A type of coral
(b) Where boats come to the harbor
(c) A type of seaweed
(d) A small snail-like creature

2. How do the author feel about clearing her mind and focusing solely on the sea?
(a) She thinks she has to do it
(b) It is a difficult task
(c) She doesn't want to do it
(d) It is easy

3. What does the author say is required to obtain simplicity?
(a) Simple surroundings
(b) Being single
(c) No family
(d) Sacrifices

4. To what does the author equate shedding insincerity?
(a) Being holy
(b) Breathing deeply
(c) Taking off a mask
(d) Facing the morning sun

5. How does the author see the architecture of the channeled whelk?
(a) As a seamless work of art
(b) It is ugly, but functional
(c) It is dull
(d) It is haphazard

Short Answer Questions

1. At the beach, what is the first thing the author changes about herself?

2. What is Anne's main goal?

3. What does she do with the books she has stashed in the bag?

4. What does the state of ease allow?

5. What does Anne wishes she could do with the cottage?

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