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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whose feed does Henry tell Alec he can use for the Black until he can buy his own?
(a) Ned's.
(b) Johnny's.
(c) Tony's.
(d) Joe's.

2. Who is Joe Russo, the man who approaches Alec when he arrives at New York Harbor?
(a) A police officer.
(b) A news reporter.
(c) The Black's owner.
(d) Alec's old teacher.

3. What remnant from the sinking ship Alec was on does Alec find on the island when making his shelter?
(a) A lifeboat.
(b) The captain's hat.
(c) A tea cup.
(d) Driftwood that says Drake.

4. Who tells Alec how they had to choke the Black on order to get him on board?
(a) Will.
(b) Pat.
(c) The Captain.
(d) Sean.

5. What does Alec grab from his room before going to the deck after he awakes in Chapter 2?
(a) His lifejacket.
(b) His wallet.
(c) His slippers.
(d) Some sugar.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the woman who owns the old Halleran house surprised when she sees Alec at her house?

2. What happens the first time Alec tries to get on the Black's back while on the island?

3. What happens when an inspector opens the door to the Black's stall in Chapter 7?

4. What is the first type of food Alec finds to eat on the island?

5. What do the men think when they hear the tale Alec tells when they find him on the island?

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