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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does not contribute to the distinctive population?
(a) The Spanish who spend their summers on the islands.
(b) The Italians working on Fort Niles.
(c) The French that live along the coast.
(d) The English that oversee the workmen.

2. Who does Ruth stay with when her parents go away for a short time in Chapter 1?
(a) She is left alone.
(b) Simon.
(c) The Pommeroys.
(d) Her grandmother.

3. Who's quarries can be found on Courne Haven?
(a) Dr. Jeb Everton's.
(b) Dr. Julius Esby's.
(c) Dr. James Eton's.
(d) Dr. Jules Ellis'.

4. What state are Fort Niles and Courne Haven islands off the coast of?
(a) New Hampshire.
(b) Rhode Island.
(c) Connecticut.
(d) Maine.

5. Why doesn't Simon attend the funeral in Chapter 1?
(a) He is away on business.
(b) He hated the deceased.
(c) He is ill.
(d) Because of his phobia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the names of Ebbett's sons?

2. Who builds a coffin in Chapter 1?

3. How does Simon try to help Rhonda financially?

4. Who is the author of "Stern Men"?

5. Who is described as being an aggressive lobsterman?

(see the answer key)

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