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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does Nili become upset when she goes to see the fish catch?
2. What do Robert and the journalist want to know when they stop by to visit Mr. Salgado?
3. Why does Miss Nili borrow Mr. Salgado's blue shirt?
4. Why is Triton worried about having to move Mr. Salgado's shoes to the spare room?
5. As Triton unpacks Nili's suitcases, what fascinates him?
Short Essay Questions
1. When his friend, Mr. Dias Liyanage, offers Mr. Salgado a job with a foundation interested in the coral business, why is Mr. Salgado reluctant to take this job?
2. What transformations does the household undergo after Miss Nili moves into Mr. Salgado's house?
3. Describe the tension that exists between Mr. Salgado and the journalist who comes to ask him questions about sea erosion.
4. During the festive dinner party at his home with Miss Nili and several other distinguished guests, what does Mr. Salgado talk about?
5. Describe Nili's reaction when she accompanies Triton to the fish market.
6. How does Triton feel about the sea?
7. How does Triton prepare for Nili's move to Mr. Salgado's house?
8. Who is Nili?
9. Describe the trip Mr. Salgado, Mr. Liyanage, and Triton take to the observatory.
10. What happens after Mr. Salgado accuses Miss Nili of sleeping with Robert?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
A prominent symbol used throughout this book is the ocean. Explain what the ocean represents in terms of:
1. The main characters' lives.
2. The changing social and political climate of Sri Lanka.
3. Personal growth and transformation.
Essay Topic 2
Explain what makes this a "coming of age" story about Triton, the narrator. Cite specific examples. Analyze three important lessons Triton learns as he grows up in Mr. Salgado's unique household. Do you feel he learns these lessons if he instead stays home with his family? Why or why not?
Essay Topic 3
When she enters his life, and before she leaves him, Miss Nili "rescues" Mr. Salgado. Explain how she does this. Then, explain how the tables turn at the end of the story. How does Mr. Salgado become Miss Nili's rescuer?
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