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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part V (Small - Author's Note, Pages 219 - 271).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the older otters say it means when the aquarists name an otter with a name and not a number?
(a) The otter is going to die soon.
(b) The otter is staying forever.
(c) The otter is pregnant.
(d) The otter is friendly.

2. What does Odder's human diving companion wear?
(a) Flippers and a wetsuit.
(b) An otter costume.
(c) A hazmat suit.
(d) A swimsuit.

3. What decision do the aquarists reach about Odder?
(a) They will keep her at Highwater forever.
(b) They will release her soon
(c) They will try to breed her.
(d) They will euthanize her.

4. How do otter mothers hold their young?
(a) On their stomachs as they float.
(b) On their heads.
(c) They do not hold their young.
(d) In their tail.

5. What do the aquarists use to simulate kelp?
(a) Basil.
(b) Strands of fabric like at the car wash.
(c) Pine cones.
(d) Palm fronds.

Short Answer Questions

1. What takes longer for Odder once she starts on solid food?

2. What does Odder fight in her dreams?

3. What does Kairi say she wants for the pup?

4. What is a favorite food for Odder?

5. Why do the aquarists only give otters numbered names, at least at first?

(see the answer key)

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