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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Ramun's father reluctant to let Ramun join the pearl divers?
(a) He is afraid Ramun can't swim.
(b) He is afraid that Ramun is too lazy.
(c) He is afraid that a storm could kill them both and destroy the business.
(d) He knows that Ramun does not want the job.

2. What physical characteristics does Manta Diablo have when he roams the earth?
(a) Blue eyes and blonde hair.
(b) Claws and a forked tongue.
(c) Seven eyes and sharp teeth.
(d) Red skin and a pitchfork.

3. Is Soto Luzon older or younger than Ramun?
(a) Younger.
(b) The reader is unable to determine his age from the text.
(c) Older.
(d) The same age.

4. Who banishes Manta Diablo to the sea?
(a) Ramun's grandfather.
(b) Father Linares.
(c) Ramun.
(d) No one knows for certain.

5. Who does Luzon suggests listens to people's conversations?
(a) No one.
(b) His wife.
(c) The Manta Diablo.
(d) His neighbor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Ruiz go to help when Mr. Salazar's boat is overloaded with oysters?

2. How do the people in Ramun's town feel about the Manta Diablo?

3. Who is Ramun's father?

4. What form of transportation does Soto Luzon use to visit Ramun?

5. What does Ramun's mother threaten him with when he misbehaves as a child?

(see the answer key)

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