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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 effect did his movement and the hot sun during the day have on Santiago?
(a) He felt like a young man again.
(b) His hand uncramped.
(c) There was more bleeding from the cuts on his hands.
(d) His backache went away.

2. Speaking out loud, what does Santiago say to the big fish on his line?
(a) For heaven's sake, turn around and go the other way.
(b) Come on up and let me get a good look at you!
(c) I'll stay with you until I'm dead!
(d) Fish, aren't you getting tired yet?

3. 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 his fishing line moving.
(c) He sees the waves get still.
(d) He sees the man-of-war bird.

4. As the sun sets, what advantage does Santiago tell himself he has over the marlin?
(a) He has eaten but the marlin has not.
(b) He will be able to sleep but the marlin cannot.
(c) On the surface, he can see the stars but the marlin cannot.
(d) Night time is easier for a man than for a fish.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Santiago's last three weapons he can use against the sharks?

2. When does Santiago plan to be out to sea?

3. What is the boy's reaction when the proprietor of the Terrace compliments his catch the day before?

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

5. Why doesn't Santiago put the marlin into his boat?

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