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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III, Chapters 24-32.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The dynamic quality causes an organism to grow, though without the _____, it will not be able to survive or last.
(a) Spiritual reckoning.
(b) Static qualities.
(c) Theories of evolution.
(d) Existentialist ideals.

2. What does Rigel advise Phaedrus to do after Jamie threatens to call the cops?
(a) Sedate Lila.
(b) Force Jamie back on the boat.
(c) Sail away.
(d) Call the police.

3. Where do Lila and Phaedrus dock at the end of Chapter 13?
(a) Manhattan Athletic Club.
(b) Turtle Beach.
(c) Manchester Yachting.
(d) Nyack Yacht Club.

4. At the end of Chapter 25, what does Phaedrus do in lieu of sleep?
(a) Read.
(b) Paint.
(c) Drink.
(d) Exercise.

5. Chapter 16 is told from the point of view of Jamie and ______.
(a) Lila.
(b) Fatso.
(c) Rigel.
(d) Phaedrus.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Phaedrus believe society accepts trance and hypnosis as plausible ideas?

2. Which of the following relationships did not appear to be the most pertinent to Lila from her childhood?

3. What is Lila's destination in the beginning of Chapter 23?

4. Why does Jamie come to the boat?

5. What is the name of the theory that Phaedrus developed once while sailing in reaction to his rejection of his charts and any outside information that did not conform to his beliefs in this manner?

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