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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3 - 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to the Tern as it sets sail?
(a) It sails safely away.
(b) It hits another ship.
(c) It sinks.
(d) It explodes.

2. Who tells Henrik the American Navy will arrive at Curacao soon?
(a) Grace.
(b) Phillip.
(c) Phillip, Sr.
(d) One of the Chinese crewmen.

3. In Chapter 3, how much water does Timothy give Phillip when he first asks for it?
(a) A tiny cup.
(b) A large cupful.
(c) One sip.
(d) As much as he can drink.

4. What is Phillip's father doing as Phillip and his mom leave the island?
(a) Working.
(b) Running down the dock.
(c) Standing on top of the fort waving goodbye.
(d) Crying.

5. What do the islanders call the Chinese crewmen when they refuse to sail?
(a) Smart.
(b) Chinks.
(c) Cowards.
(d) Idiots.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Timothy warn Phillip to stay away from the edge of the raft?

2. What happens to the lifeboat Phillip and his mother get into as it is lowered into the water?

3. What type of ship is the S.S. Empire Tern?

4. According to Phillip's father, why can't the islanders fight the Germans?

5. At the beginning of the book, what is the name of the town where Phillip and his family live?

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