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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: pages 46-57.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Even though he does not feel hungry, Jiya's body is _________________ for some food.
(a) Starved.
(b) Thankful.
(c) Glad.
(d) Elated.

2. Who is the author of THE BIG WAVE?
(a) Pearl S. Buck.
(b) Pearl A. Bowen.
(c) Pearl F. Buckley.
(d) Pearl C. Buchmann.

3. Because the big wave was so cruel, Jiya has grown into a/an ____________________ man.
(a) Kind, gentle.
(b) Angry, vindictive.
(c) Frightened.
(d) Philosophical.

4. Why does Kino think there might be an earthquake coming?
(a) The sea is calm but gray.
(b) His bed is shaking a little.
(c) The birds are very noisy.
(d) The animals are scattering.

5. Why is Jiya crying on his way to Kino's house?
(a) His father reprimanded him.
(b) He stepped on a big thorn.
(c) He didn't want to leave his family.
(d) His new puppy ran away.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The Old Gentleman tells Jiya that it is a shame that Jiya did not become his son because ______________________.

3. How does Jiya feel seeing the men build the house on the beach?

4. Jiya tries not to think of ____________________.

5. What is Jiya's demeanor as he surveys the Old Gentleman's castle?

(see the answer key)

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