3. Where does Chapter 14, "Grand Slam," commence?
(a) In the inland sea Answer.
(b) Aboard Strangman's ship.
(c) At the testing station.
(d) On a deserted island.

4. Who reaches Kerans before Riggs does in Chapter 14?
(a) Strangman.
(b) Daley.
(c) Macready.
(d) Beatrice.

5. Why does Riggs claim that he cannot arrest Strangman?
(a) The statute of limitations on Strangman's offense has expired.
(b) Strangman acted in self-defense.
(c) He lacks sufficient evidence to apprehend him.
(d) Strangman enjoys diplomatic immunity.

6. What is Kerans's opinion of Strangman after the tour?
(a) Disgusted and distasteful.
(b) Impressed and awed.
(c) Indifferent and neutral.
(d) Fascinated and intrigued.

7. What is Strangman's occupation?
(a) Government official.
(b) Scientist.
(c) Businessman.
(d) Freebooter.

8. In Chapter 13, whose presence did Kerans unintentionally overlook?
(a) Riggs.
(b) Hardman.
(c) Strangman.
(d) Bodkin.

9. How does Strangman entice the trio to leave their seclusion in Chapter 9?
(a) By showing interest in the planetarium.
(b) By expressing fear of the ocean.
(c) By promising them treasure.
(d) By organizing diving activities.

10. In Chapter 8, who are the three main characters speaking with?
(a) Beatrice.
(b) Strangman.
(c) Riggs.
(d) Bodkin.

11. What catches Kerans's curiosity about Strangman?
(a) His extravagant ship.
(b) His extensive knowledge of art.
(c) His loyal crew of Black men.
(d) His unusual clothing.

12. What does Kerans come across while moving further south in Chapter 15?
(a) A group of wild animals.
(b) A riverbank settlement.
(c) A temple or altar.
(d) A hidden cave.

13. How do Beatrice and Bodkin explain Kerans' near-drowning?
(a) It was an unintentional accident.
(b) Kerans formed a different theory.
(c) Kerans deliberately anchored the line too deep.
(d) Strangman bears no responsibility.

14. How does Kerans feel about his brush with death in Chapter 9?
(a) Excited and fascinated.
(b) Confused and uncertain.
(c) Grateful and relieved.
(d) Angry and resentful.

15. How do Beatrice and Bodkin react to Kerans' suggestion in the end of Chapter 10?
(a) They defer the decision to Kerans.
(b) They express doubt and concern.
(c) They eagerly agree to move south across the silt flats.
(d) They decide to stay in the city square.