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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Even though the boy can no longer fish with Santiago, how does he show his loyalty?
(a) He invites him to his parents' house for supper.
(b) He helps Santiago repaint his boat.
(c) He goes every day to help him unload his equipment.
(d) He gives Santiago a new sail for his boat.

2. How thick is the line the old man uses to catch big fish?
(a) As big around as a pencil.
(b) Very small but strong.
(c) A big around as his thumb.
(d) About as thick as an oar handle.

3. What does Santiago like to read in the newspaper?
(a) The weather forecasts.
(b) The funny pages.
(c) The racing odds.
(d) The baseball scores.

4. Why do the other fishermen think of the sea in the masculine, el mar?
(a) They see it as a generous man.
(b) They take shark livers from the sea.
(c) They like to think of themselves being as strong as the sea.
(d) They see it as a dangerous enemy.

5. Why do the sharks finally go away?
(a) They cannot see in the dark.
(b) There is nothing left to eat on the marlin.
(c) Their heads hurt from the bat blows.
(d) They know the old man is dying.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the old man eat to keep up his strength?

2. What contrast does Santiago think about that shows the hard work ahead of him as night falls?

3. In great pain from the cold, what does the old man hope for?

4. After eating the raw dolphin, what does the old man promise he will do in the future?

5. What does Santiago think is unjust but something he must do?

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