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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Angus decide not to hire Ruth as a sternman in Chapter 4?
(a) Ruth is too small.
(b) He needs to keep costs down.
(c) He is sexist.
(d) Ruth is not available when he needs her to work.

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

3. What does Simon bring the Pommeroys in Chapter 1?
(a) A new radio.
(b) A casserole.
(c) A book and some rum.
(d) Some wine and cheese.

4. What does Ruth write to Mary about in Chapter 2?
(a) Puberty.
(b) How she hates being home.
(c) The relief she feels at being home.
(d) How she wishes she were wealthy so she could travel the world.

5. Who officiates the wedding of Stan and Mary?
(a) Pastor Mort Beekman.
(b) Pastor William Darnel.
(c) Pastor Jacob Freeman.
(d) Pastor Jebb Wilkinson.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who's quarries can be found on Courne Haven?

2. What does Ruth like to do as a child?

3. When was the third lobster war?

4. How many children does Ebbett have?

5. What does Owney's uncle not allow him to do as of Chapter 7?

(see the answer key)

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