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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the recalled story mean to the reader at the time he read it?
(a) Nothing.
(b) It reminded him of someone he knew.
(c) He thought it was funny.
(d) As heart-wrenching in its sadness and futility.

2. Who orders the sail made again in Part 6?
(a) The captain.
(b) The cook.
(c) The correspondent.
(d) The oiler.

3. Who calms the dispute towards the end of Part 1?
(a) The cook.
(b) The correspondent.
(c) The oiler.
(d) The captain.

4. How long do the oiler and correspondent take turns rowing in Part 2?
(a) For over a week.
(b) For nearly a month.
(c) For quite some time.
(d) For three days.

5. What does the man onshore use to wave like a black flag?
(a) His coat.
(b) His arms.
(c) A black flag.
(d) A blanket.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the men do to gain assistance from the wind in Part 3?

2. Why are the men unable to reach shore safely in Part 4?

3. Who spots a watch fire on the beach in Part 6?

4. Who advises the others not to overdo it?

5. What is in better view towards the end of Part 3?

(see the answer key)

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