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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the pencils she carries?
(a) She loses them
(b) They get wet and don't work well
(c) The leads break
(d) They get dull from use

2. At the beach, what is the first step to achieving simplicity?
(a) Shed everything unnecessary
(b) Fast with only liquids
(c) Wear a swim suit
(d) Meditate an hour a day

3. Anne says every relationship seems how, at the beginning?
(a) Glorious
(b) Tense
(c) Frustrating
(d) Simple

4. Why is a pure relationship not to be desired?
(a) It is too frustrating
(b) It gets boring
(c) It is limited
(d) It doesn't last

5. What kind of atmosphere between people does a beach create?
(a) Tense
(b) Suspicious
(c) Carefree
(d) Shy

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author plan to do about her life upon returning home?

2. What is there little time at home to do, according to the author?

3. What makes people seem different on the island from people in the city?

4. Why does the author think at this stage of life a large house is not necessary?

5. Why does she believe people seek meaningless activities when there's nothing to do?

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