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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the pearl is brought to town, it holds all the men's dreams and desires and what else?
(a) A curious dark residue.
(b) All their money.
(c) A bright light.
(d) Only happiness.

2. What is located near the town where Kino's family lives?
(a) Quicksand.
(b) A river.
(c) A large oak tree.
(d) An estuary.

3. What is the thing of highest value for Kino and his family?
(a) His canoe.
(b) His snorkeling gear.
(c) His home.
(d) His carving stick.

4. What does Kino do with the insect after it bites Coyotito?
(a) Mashes it into a paste in his hands.
(b) Beats it with a rock.
(c) Nothing; he's too stunned.
(d) Tries to pick it up.

5. What is Kino's canoe made from?
(a) Waterproof plaster.
(b) Wood.
(c) Broken shells made smooth.
(d) Fiberglass.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has brought the King of Spain to higher power?

2. Who paddles Kino's canoe in Chapter 2?

3. What does Kino use to open his oyster?

4. What does Juana pray for before they go out searching for pearls that morning in Chapter 2?

5. What does Kino see when he looks at the pearl in Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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