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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 3, why does the doctor say he didn't see Kino this morning?
(a) He was at an important meeting.
(b) He was in Paris.
(c) He wasn't in his office.
(d) He wasn't feeling well.

2. What is referred to as the bulwark against starvation?
(a) The sea.
(b) The crops.
(c) The fish.
(d) Kino's canoe.

3. Why do the villagers come to Kino's house in Chapter 1?
(a) They are demanding money.
(b) They are looking for Juana.
(c) They are demanding the pearl.
(d) They hear Coytito's cries.

4. What does Kino use to open his oyster?
(a) Another oyster.
(b) The side of the canoe.
(c) A rock.
(d) A strong, short knife.

5. What is Kino's first promise spoken out loud when asked about the pearl?
(a) That he will buy Juana jewelry.
(b) That he will move.
(c) That he will buy a car.
(d) That he and Juana will be married.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Kino's tribe?

2. What city does the doctor dream of?

3. What color is Kino's hair?

4. What surprising thing does Juana do after Coyotito is stung?

5. What is not mentioned as something near the coast of the beach?

(see the answer key)

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