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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does J. think would make it easier for him to go back to sleep after he's had a rough night?
(a) A gate so he doesn't have to worry about rolling off the boat.
(b) If he had somewhere to be at a certain time.
(c) If his fellow travelers just left him alone for a little bit.
(d) If the wildlife would just be quiet.

2. What makes setting up the boat for sleeping take so long?
(a) The blankets have bugs in them that need to be picked out.
(b) The air mattress has a hole in it.
(c) The hoops and canvas don't fit.
(d) The tents keep collapsing.

3. What do men usually wear when going to a lock?
(a) Bright colored blazers and straw hats.
(b) Walking shorts.
(c) Swimsuits.
(d) Silk suits.

4. Why do the people in the boat often want the attention of the person pulling the tow line?
(a) Everyone wants a chance to pull.
(b) It is customary to tease them.
(c) People play a game of trying to get the most attention.
(d) Something has gone wrong.

5. After reaching a compromise on the camping/going to an inn decision, when do the friends next meet up to plan their trip?
(a) The following morning.
(b) The next day at lunch.
(c) A week later.
(d) The following night.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does "J." stand for?

2. What do the men decide should be listed when it comes to packing?

3. Who first volunteers to pack everything?

4. How is Sonning described by J.?

5. What are people wearing when the young men reach Moulsey Lock?

(see the answer key)

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