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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Waves of Truth, and Chapter 7, Silent Seas, Silent Nights.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter 6, Waves of Truth, what was Joan's morning ritual as winter approached?
(a) To take a leisurely shower.
(b) To rise early to watch the seagulls.
(c) To put a log on the stove and heat water for tea.
(d) To sleep late and breakfast on oatmeal and toast.

2. How did Joan's husband see his primary role in their marriage?
(a) As the victim of Joan's nagging.
(b) As Joan's protector.
(c) As an equal partner.
(d) As breadwinner.

3. Once Joan's husband left in Chapter 1, Ebb Tide, how did Joan react?
(a) She begged him to come back.
(b) She rejoiced.
(c) She became afraid.
(d) She cried.

4. What color was the inside of Nickerson's Fish Market painted?
(a) White.
(b) Blue.
(c) Orange and green.
(d) Red.

5. In Chapter 4, Riptide, what did Joan get up each morning to watch?
(a) Her husband walking the dog.
(b) The sunrise.
(c) Joshua Cahoon jogging.
(d) The neighborhood children walking to school.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where would Joan go before she went to meetings with editors?

2. Who called Joan the evening after she returned from the seal island?

3. In Chapter 6, Waves of Truth, why did Joan think women looked exhausted as the holidays approached?

4. Which of the following statements was not one of Joan's thoughts about the remark that she had everything she wanted?

5. In Chapter 5, Water Therapy, who invites Joan to have a glass of wine and talk?

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