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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When do the sharks return after Santiago loses his makeshift harpoon?
(a) Early the next morning.
(b) Immediately after he ran them off the first time.
(c) Just after dark.
(d) Just before sunset.

2. What sound of nature replaces human sounds as Santiago rows farther and farther out to sea?
(a) The lapping of the waves against the skiff.
(b) The call of humpback whales.
(c) The hissing of the wings of flying fish.
(d) The chatter of dolphins searching for breakfast.

3. What does the old man think is a greater punishment for the marlin than the hook in his mouth?
(a) The fact that he cannot sleep.
(b) Sharks that he cannot escape because of the hook and line.
(c) Hunger and fighting something he does no comprehend.
(d) The indignity of being caught by a man.

4. After Santiago goes back to sleep, what is he dreaming of?
(a) Broken knives.
(b) Catching a larger fish.
(c) Sharks.
(d) Lions.

5. Because Santiago always wakes the boy every morning, what does the boy call him?
(a) My morning visitor.
(b) My tormentor.
(c) My alarm clock.
(d) My big problem.

Short Answer Questions

1. What brings Santiago awake suddenly in the night?

2. What does the boy order for Santiago at the Terrace Cafe?

3. What does Santiago dream of?

4. Why does the old man scoop water from the sea after the marlin stops jumping?

5. How do you know Santiago had never been up in a plane?

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