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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: pages 3-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Jiya explains that ________________ knows why the sea gets angry.
(a) His mother.
(b) Old Gentleman.
(c) No one.
(d) His father.

2. Kino's father says that ______________ makes a man weak.
(a) Hatred.
(b) Greed.
(c) Fear.
(d) Love.

3. Kino's father sells rice and __________________ at the fishing village.
(a) Pottery.
(b) Fruit.
(c) Vegetables.
(d) Wine.

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

5. What is notable about the houses nearest the sea in the fishing village?
(a) They are painted red.
(b) They have brick facades.
(c) There are no windows facing the sea.
(d) They have no front door.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Kino's sister?

2. Why will many villagers stay at home during the emergency?

3. What is situated at the top of the mountain?

4. Why does a bell toll from the Old Gentleman's castle?

5. Who is the author of THE BIG WAVE?

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