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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why can't Luzon search the secret location with Ramun?
(a) No reason is stated, he just doesn't want to go.
(b) He fears Salazar.
(c) He is sick.
(d) He fears the Manta Diablo.

2. Which boat does Ramun travel on?
(a) None.
(b) Santa Theresa.
(c) Santa Anna.
(d) Santa Maria.

3. Who dives when Mr. Salazar's fleet reaches the oyster beds?
(a) Ramun and Mr. Salazar.
(b) Ruiz and Ramun.
(c) Ruiz and the Indian.
(d) Mr. Salazar and Ruiz.

4. How many times does Ruiz fill his lungs with air before jumping on the manta?
(a) Seven.
(b) Zero.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

5. One person refuses to join in the celebration of the pearl, what is the person's true "ailment"?
(a) They are happy.
(b) They are mad.
(c) They are out of town.
(d) They are sick with a fever.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is it like when Ramun and his father try to walk home with the pearl?

2. Who hides in the bottom of the boat when Ruiz spots a giant manta following Mr. Salazar's boat?

3. Before his death, who is the most educated man in Ramun's village?

4. Where does Mr. Salazar send Ramun during the negotiations for the pearl?

5. Whose voice does Ramun hear when he reaches the lagoon?

(see the answer key)

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