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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Detailed Summary & Analysis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are Santiago's last three weapons he can use against the sharks?
(a) The oars, the anchor, and some line.
(b) Two oars, the tiller, and a short club.
(c) A broken knife, some big fish hooks, and the oars.
(d) The broken water bottle, the oars, and a club.

2. Why does Santiago feel sorry for the terns?
(a) He thinks they are not fast enough and the fish will eat them.
(b) He thinks they are incredibly ugly.
(c) He thinks they are too delicate for the sea.
(d) He thinks they will get lost over the sea.

3. What happens while Santiago and the boy enjoy a beer on the Terrace?
(a) Santiago feels sad because only the boy will sit and drink with him.
(b) Santiago discovers that he has no money to pay for the beer.
(c) The boy gets drunk because his is not used to drinking beer.
(d) Some of the fishermen make fun of Santiago while others feel sorry for him.

4. While Santiago pulls in the small dolphin he catches on the stern line, what changes does the marlin make?
(a) He picks up speed.
(b) He starts going in circles.
(c) He changes course and heads south.
(d) None. He continues to swim steadily.

5. Why is Santiago so sure that the Yankees will win their next games?
(a) They never need luck to win.
(b) They lost once and won't let it happen again.
(c) They have no serious competition in their last games.
(d) DiMaggio has recovered from his injury.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the old man think he killed the fish for besides food and to keep himself alive?

2. How long does Santiago think he will be out to sea the morning he leaves to go far out?

3. How does Santiago know that he is not dead?

4. What effect did his movement and the hot sun during the day have on Santiago?

5. What shows up that the old man thinks of as a friend to talk to?a

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