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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 2-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, how long had it been since Theresa and David's separation and divorce?
(a) Theresa and David separated for one year and divorced for three years.
(b) Theresa and David separated for one year and divorced for two years.
(c) Theresa and David separated for two years and divorced for one year.
(d) Theresa and David separated for two years and divorced for three years.

2. Which of the following themes are introduced in Chapter 1 of "Message in a Bottle?"
(a) Loneliness.
(b) Bitterness.
(c) Loss.
(d) Desperation.

3. What does the woman claim who calls Theresa the day following the publication of the message?
(a) To be upset over the publication of the first message.
(b) To have knowledge of the identification of the man.
(c) To have a message written by the woman to the man.
(d) To have a letter written by the same man who wrote the published message.

4. How does Theresa receive a copy of the second message?
(a) By courier.
(b) By mail.
(c) By fax.
(d) By e-mail.

5. What does Theresa do before returning to work, the weekend after the message is published?
(a) She tries to find the writer of the message.
(b) She spends time with her son Kevin.
(c) She spends a quiet weekend alone at her apartment.
(d) She goes out on several dates.

Short Answer Questions

1. During Theresa's previous trip to the beach, what was Theresa's relationship status?

2. In the Prologue, what tale does the author introduce about a sailor?

3. How does Deanna treat Theresa?

4. What does Theresa write to go along with the message?

5. According to the Prologue, why have messages in bottles been used for hundreds of years?

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