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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 11.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What are the quarries on the islands filled with?
(a) Gravel.
(b) Spring water.
(c) Rain water.
(d) Waste.

3. Who does Ruth search for after leaving Ellis House?
(a) Simon.
(b) Cal.
(c) Her father.
(d) Lanford.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the islanders shun Ruth?

2. What surprises Ruth when she and Owney kiss in Chapter 11?

3. Who is waiting for Ruth and Owney when they return home in Chapter 11?

4. Why does Ruth go to the Addams' house in Chapter 8?

5. When was Ruth's grandmother adopted?

(see the answer key)

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