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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 7: Chapter 19 ("Independence") through Chapter 21 ("Partings").

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 15, "We Explore Inland," how does Jack react to the noises that Fritz and the narrator make inside the cave?
(a) He thinks they are in danger and rushes inside.
(b) He is frightened and bursts into tears.
(c) He runs away and gets lost in the swamp.
(d) He yells into the cave and then fires his gun.

2. What is the narrator's usual criticism of Jack?
(a) He is too emotional.
(b) He spends too much time thinking.
(c) He is immature and impulsive.
(d) He has a quick temper.

3. How does the family test whether fruits are safe to eat?
(a) They ask Ernest, who knows a lot about the natural world.
(b) They see if their monkey will eat them.
(c) They eat a small piece first.
(d) They look to see if any of the island's animals eat the fruit.

4. What does Franz make with the reeds that his brothers bring him?
(a) Curtains.
(b) A pillow.
(c) A riding whip.
(d) A basket.

5. In Chapter 10, "Changing Seasons," who adopts Fritz's jackal puppy?
(a) Franz.
(b) A wild jackal.
(c) Elizabeth.
(d) Juno.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who thinks of eating their soup from oyster shells?

2. In Chapter 18, "Repairs and Fortifications," what spice do the boys discover and dislike the taste of?

3. At the beginning of Chapter 19, "Independence," what reason does Fritz give for his long absence?

4. In Chapter 9, "A Growing Menagerie," what does the narrator explains prevents them from fully exploring the island?

5. What is the first name that the family gives to their cave house?

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