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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Johnny's boat?
(a) Swordfish.
(b) Beluga.
(c) Dolphin.
(d) Narwhal.

2. What is Thomas' favorite drink?
(a) Martini.
(b) Gin and Tonic.
(c) Margarita.
(d) Tequila.

3. What makes Thomas' oldest son happy when Thomas first sees him?
(a) Calling his mother.
(b) Talking about something of interest.
(c) Seeing his father.
(d) Eating some food.

4. What do the crashing waves remind Thomas of?
(a) Fighting.
(b) Swimming.
(c) War time.
(d) Hunting.

5. Which of Thomas' sons is the smart one?
(a) Jake.
(b) Andy.
(c) Tom.
(d) David.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Thomas say painting is less lonely than writing?

2. Why does Thomas not paint in the style that he likes most?

3. How big is the fish that takes David's bait in the gulf stream?

4. Which of Thomas' sons has a mean streak?

5. What does Roger think will help him find a good woman?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Tom talk about as they head out for deep sea fishing?

2. What does Eddy tell Thomas to take with him when he takes his boys out on the boat?

3. How do the boys feel after the shark is spotted?

4. What happens to Tom's pet pigeon?

5. Where does Thomas take his boys after their first night on the island?

6. What happens when Bobby gives out free drinks for Queen Mary's birthday?

7. What happens when rum is brought to the people on the dock?

8. What does Thomas realize after the shark incident?

9. Why has Thomas chosen to live alone?

10. How does Roger feel about beating the rich yachtsman?

(see the answer keys)

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