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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: pages 30-46.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jiya tries not to think of ____________________.
(a) His family.
(b) Old Gentleman.
(c) School.
(d) The volcano.

2. Why did Setsu not see the big wave?
(a) She was studying.
(b) She was in a bath.
(c) She had been asleep.
(d) Her mother drew the curtains.

3. Living in the midst of danger makes people _____________________.
(a) Brave and strong.
(b) Nervous and skittish.
(c) Loving and kind.
(d) Angry and resentful.

4. Why does the Old Gentleman come up the hill?
(a) To see Jiya.
(b) To bring fresh water.
(c) To get some exercise.
(d) To buy vegetables.

5. Kino's father says that living in the midst of danger _______________________.
(a) Keeps them alert.
(b) Causes stress.
(c) Causes many psychological problems.
(d) Helps them know how good life is.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Kino say that they are unfortunate to live in Japan?

2. What is the theme of THE BIG WAVE?

3. How does Kino's family feel when Jiya returns to be part of their family?

4. What is Kino's father prepared to do for Jiya?

5. What does Setsu offer to give to Jiya?

(see the answer key)

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