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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many attempts does it take Ramun before he finally frees the oyster?
(a) 2.
(b) 12.
(c) The text doesn't say.
(d) 9.

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

3. What opportunity emerges that allows Ramun to convince his father to let him join a pearl diving expedition?
(a) One of the sailors is sick.
(b) His father is sick.
(c) Ramun won a bet.
(d) Ramun never went on a pearl diving expedition with his father.

4. Where are Ramun and Soto Luzon traveling to?
(a) A fleet of ships.
(b) A lagoon.
(c) An island.
(d) Nowhere.

5. What does Mr. Salazar suggest they do with the characteristic that disappoints Ramun and his father?
(a) Break the pearl into small pieces.
(b) Cut it out.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Sand it out.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Ramun's father repeat three times when he realizes that the pearl is not a fake?

2. What color is the mist by Soto Luzon's hut?

3. What weather element prevents Ramun from finding his destination quickly on the fourth day?

4. What sign of respect does Soto Luzon show Manta Diablo?

5. How does Ramun react when his mother tells him stories of Manta Diablo?

(see the answer key)

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