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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How many sons do the Pommeroys have?
(a) Three.
(b) Four.
(c) Six.
(d) Seven.

3. Where does Ruth go to live in Chapter 2?
(a) Boston.
(b) Delaware.
(c) New York City.
(d) Detroit.

4. What does Ebbett do during the war years?
(a) He sleeps and listens to the radio all day.
(b) He builds houses.
(c) He writes letters to his old sweetheart.
(d) He hides his boat and gear.

5. What do some of the workers do when the granite industry folds?
(a) They try lobster fishing but give up easily.
(b) They turn to lobster fishing.
(c) They revolt against the overseers.
(d) They start their own businesses on the mainland.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Senator Simon Adams deliver in Chapter 1?

2. What does Ebbett Thomas not do that the other men do?

3. Who is Cal Cooley?

4. What is the weather like when Ruth is born?

5. Who is described as being an aggressive lobsterman?

(see the answer key)

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