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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7 and 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens in January that hasn't happened on Yamacraw Island since 1952?
(a) A bad cold spell.
(b) The oysters are edible.
(c) The fish start migrating.
(d) The river floods the town.

2. What sport goes violently wrong when Pat Conroy tries to teach it?
(a) Football.
(b) Squash.
(c) Soccer.
(d) Hockey.

3. Why is it impossible to commute to the island?
(a) Treacherous weather.
(b) Pirates.
(c) Too expensive.
(d) No transportation.

4. Where does Pat Conroy sleep his first night in Yamacraw?
(a) In a hammock.
(b) On the floor.
(c) Under the stars.
(d) In a bed.

5. What method of physical control does Pat Conroy introduce in class?
(a) "Shooting the crow."
(b) "Choking the cat."
(c) "Flying the scout."
(d) "Milking the rat."

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of large snake does the island house?

2. What time of day does Pat Conroy enjoy on the river?

3. What is Ted Stone's attitude when first meeting Pat Conroy?

4. What does Mrs. Graves say about Pat Conroy?

5. Which popular singer do the students in Yamacraw love?

(see the answer key)

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