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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 early indication does Santiago get that there are fish around where he is?
(a) He sees the fish shimmer in the dawn light.
(b) He sees the man-of-war bird.
(c) He sees the waves get still.
(d) He sees his fishing line moving.

2. Who does Santiago say should get the head of the marlin?
(a) The boy.
(b) Himself.
(c) Pedrico.
(d) The alcalde.

3. Knowing what is coming as he approaches the island currents, what makeshift weapon does Santiago come up with?
(a) Carving one of the oars into a baseball bat.
(b) Lashing his knife to the end of an oar.
(c) Cutting off the marlin's spear to use as a harpoon.
(d) Making a noose out of the fishing line.

4. Does Santiago think of the wind as his friend?
(a) Yes, because it is always there.
(b) Yes. Sometimes.
(c) No, because it is fickle.
(d) No, because it storms a lot in the Caribbean.

5. Who does Santiago think would be proud of him after he gets the fish lashed to the boat?
(a) The boy.
(b) The other fishermen in the village.
(c) God.
(d) The great DiMaggio.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens while Santiago and the boy enjoy a beer on the Terrace?

2. What tells Santiago that he is becoming unclear in the head?

3. What is Santiago's secret for deep sea fishing?

4. What brings the shark towards Santiago's boat?

5. When the marlin slows and is steady, Santiago finally gets some sleep. What does he dream of instead of lions?

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