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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Triton say when he hears about Mr. Salgado's decision to go back to Sri Lanka?
(a) Too many years have passed.
(b) Miss Nili will undoubtedly welcome him with open arms.
(c) Lucy-amma is happy to see him.
(d) It's too dangerous there now.

2. Does the cashier understand the suggestions the narrator gives him in a Sri Lankan language?
(a) He understands some.
(b) He pretends he does not understand.
(c) No, but he pretends he understands.
(d) No, he doesn't.

3. What does Mr. Salgado say about the people who attend the symposium?
(a) Most are smarter than him.
(b) They are more interested in money than solutions.
(c) Most know less than he does.
(d) They are concerned with how the reefs change, but not why.

4. What color is the narrator's vehicle mentioned at the start of the story?
(a) Cream.
(b) Green.
(c) Red.
(d) Black.

5. How does Triton change after Nili joins the household?
(a) He decides to grow a flower garden for her.
(b) He spends more time with her than with Mr. Salgado.
(c) He cooks meals that impress her.
(d) He becomes quiet and moody.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Mr. Salgado and Triton settle into their London apartment, Mr. Salgado is busy with work and Triton:

2. At night, what does young Triton dream of?

3. What does the word "kolla" mean in Sinhala?

4. Why are Triton and Joseph left alone at Mr. Salgado's house?

5. How old is Triton when he goes to work for Mr. Salgado?

(see the answer key)

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