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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the old man know the marlin had turned eastward?
(a) The eastern sea breezes grew stronger.
(b) His compass indicated the direction.
(c) The afternoon sun was on his back.
(d) The skiff began to go slower against the east wind.

2. What does Santiago plan to do to change his luck?
(a) He plans to row far out to fish.
(b) He buys a new sail for his boat.
(c) He gets the priest to bless his boat.
(d) He takes his lucky charms with him.

3. What is a favorite topic of conversation for Santiago and the boy?
(a) Drinking beer.
(b) Baseball.
(c) Spear fishing.
(d) Travel.

4. What happens to Santiago as he carries the mast up the hill?
(a) He falls and cannot get up.
(b) He hears the boy calling his name.
(c) He gets tangled up in the sail.
(d) He has a heart attack and dies.

5. What does the old man think about a cramp?
(a) It is something that goes away quickly.
(b) It is better than having to vomit.
(c) It will make him stop fishing.
(d) It humiliates oneself.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the boy stop fishing with Santiago?

2. How does Santiago justify killing the shark?

3. Why does the old man wish to take Joe DiMaggio fishing?

4. What does the old man think is a greater punishment for the marlin than the hook in his mouth?

5. After many tries to get the marlin alongside the skiff, what does Santiago reach for?

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