Beyond the Bright Sea Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

Why does the author not reveal the entirety of Osh's real name, especially once he speaks it to Crow and Miss Maggie? (from Chapters 26 - 33)

Osh's complete name is unknown.

The name is too difficult to see or read.

Osh does not tell his real last name.

The name itself is not important.

2.

Why does Osh tell Crow to rebury the metal trunk in the grave after they have removed the treasure? (from Chapters 26 - 33)

They do not have anywhere to hide the box at home.

The box is too big and heavy to carry.

He does not want the police officers to see them carrying it off the island.

It will fill the hole and help the spot to return to normal and not look like the ground was disturbed.

3.

Why does Osh stay at Miss Maggie's house the night they bring Mr. Sloan back from Penikese Island? (from Chapters 17 - 25)

He wants to be there when the police arrive.

He knows Maggie cannot move the man easily by herself.

He wants to be nearby to protect her in case Mr. Sloan is dangerous or untrustworthy.

He wants to be able to administer medical attention when Mr. Sloan needs it.

4.

In Crow's description of Mrs. Pelham on Page 148, what does she mean by the phrase, "I wondered what had mapped her face like that"? (from Chapters 17 - 25)

She wondered if Mrs. Pelham and somehow gotten a skin disease from caring for Jason.

She wondered why Mrs. Pelham did her makeup like she did.

She wondered why some people look younger than their age.

She wondered what things had taken place in her life that created the lines and creases on her face.

5.

Why does the author not specify where Crow hides the main treasure? (from Chapters 26 - 33)

It is supposed to be a secret, so she does not tell anyone.

It will not come up again, so it does not matter where it is hidden.

The clues are present in the text, and a careful reader can figure it out.

It creates suspense later in the novel..

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