The Alaskan Laundry Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What is ironic about the musicians being the ones who are leaving on the tug? (from Section 4: Chapters 31 - 40)

Tara is the one who is working hard.

They have no experience with the tugboat.

They tried to tell Tara that the tug was worthless.

They think that the tug is not safe.

2.

Newt does not seem to be upset when he loses his eye. Why not? (from Section 5: Chapters 41 - 50)

He knew that he was taking a risk in doing the job, but the risk was worth it.

He now has an excuse to break up with his girlfriend.

He hopes that Tara will take care of him.

He can now retire.

3.

How is Tara's work life progressing after her first three weeks on the job? (from Section 1: Chapters 1 - 10)

She is efficient on the job.

She has not accomplished anything.

She gets an increase in pay.

She takes pride in doing her work.

4.

What does Laney mean when she says that if Tara's heart is in it, she will find a way to get the money to buy the tug? (from Section 2: Chapters 11 - 20)

If Tara tries hard enough, she will be able to get the tug for free.

Even when you find your channel marker, you must have courage to face the barriers.

If Tara wants the tug enough, Newt will buy it for her.

If the barriers seem too great for Tara, she should not go forward with her plans.

5.

How does Tara show her immaturity on her first day of work? (from Section 1: Chapters 1 - 10)

She is arrogant to her coworkers.

She sees nothing wrong in being late on her first day.

She runs away from a bear.

She is not interested in learning about her job.

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