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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section I - Preparations.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is the expedition planning to set sail?
(a) The first week in July.
(b) The first week in June.
(c) The last week in July.
(d) The last week in June.

2. What does Uncle Mo do most of the time while the group is working on the boat?
(a) He yells at his son.
(b) He walks around the boat making "hmm" noises.
(c) He scrubs down the sides of the boat.
(d) He lays in the sun and sleeps.

3. What does Uncle Dock call the boat?
(a) His baby.
(b) His hobby.
(c) His pet.
(d) His monkey.

4. What one thing does Sophie like about moving?
(a) Seeing a new part of the country.
(b) Decorating a new room.
(c) Meeting new friends.
(d) Being able to start over from scratch.

5. Where did Sophie and her family live previously?
(a) The coast of South Carolina.
(b) The coast of Virginia.
(c) The coast of Florida.
(d) The coast of Maine.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Cody always doing while he works?

2. Which of the following is not one of the sides of Sophie?

3. Where does Sophie live while working on the boat?

4. Why did some people object to the narrator sailing?

5. How do Sophie's friends react to her explaining about her relationship with the sea?

(see the answer key)

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