View a FREE sample

This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. While Tuck is flying low over the water when taking Beth to Japan, what suddenly rises directly into Tuck's flight path?

2. Who tells Malink that the Sky Priestess is a fake?

3. Who had originally taught Tuck how to hack into other people's computers?

4. When Tuck takes off from Alualu, how many people are on board the 747 that have never flown before?

5. What does Tuck do to get Sarapul to understand the word "pain"?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Sebastian questions Malink about who killed Yamata, why does Sebastian not believe Malink's answer?

2. At the height of his boredom, what does Tuck find in his bathroom?

3. When the ghost introduces himself to Tuck, what does Tuck tell the ghost that he didn't have to be?

4. What does the author liken Tuck's boredom to a week passes without Tuck having contact with anyone?

5. According to Jefferson's musing, what must the white tip sharks that saw him swimming to Alualu regret?

6. According to Beth, why has Jefferson been kept isolated in the clinic after being captured by the guards?

7. When Tuck asks Sebastian why Sebastian isn't going to watch Beth's show for the natives, how does Sebastian respond?

8. After Tuck escapes from the compound and Malink is questioned about Tuck's whereabouts, what does Malink tell Sebastian when questioned?

9. When the ghost appears in Tuck's bungalow, what does the ghost throw at Tuck?

10. Why is Tuck intent on hitting the guards outside of his bungalow with spitballs?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

There is no doubt that Tucker Case has been greatly affected by the plane crash and his resulting injuries. Discuss how Tuck's experiences affect his confidence levels, his world outlook, and his ability to interact with those around him. How do his experiences help or hinder Tuck?

Essay Topic 2

The book is entitled, "Island of the Sequined Love Nun." Why did the author choose this title? How does the title foreshadow the events that unfold in the story, the struggles of the main character, and the determination of Tucker Case to set things right?

Essay Topic 3

Tuck is involved with two very different women. Compare the relationship Tuck has with Meadow and the relationship Tuck has with Beth. Then, compare these two women. How do these relationships influence not only Tuck but also the other people that are in his life?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 708 words (approx. 3 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample