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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What color is the beach on the cay?
2. What happens to Phillip when Timothy spots land?
3. Who sends destroyers and cruisers to protect the supply ships when they begin to sail again?
4. What does Phillip hide under his makeshift bed on the couch?
5. How long has Phillip's family lived on the island as the book begins?
Short Essay Questions
1. During their conversation about the war, why does Henrik seem to Phillip to be so knowledgeable about the goings on of the military?
2. When Phillip realizes he is blind, what story does Timothy tell him to attempt to soothe him?
3. In Chapter 2, why does the refinery shut down?
4. As the novel opens, why is young Phillip excited?
5. On the first night Timothy and Phillip are on the raft, what does Phillip think about as he lays looking at the stars?
6. Why did Phillip's family move to Curacao?
7. Why doesn't Phillip want to leave Curacao with his mother?
8. What information does Timothy provide Phillip about himself when Phillip asks where Timothy comes from?
9. In Chapter 5, what does Phillip think he is glad he got to see before going blind?
10. Why does Grace say she doesn't like living in Curacao?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
What is a coming of age novel? How does The Cay fit into this genre? Use specific examples.
Essay Topic 2
There are many examples of symbolism in The Cay. Name five of these symbols and discuss what each of them represents. Use specific examples from the book.
Essay Topic 3
There are two major settings in The Cay. What are they? How do each of these settings affect the storyline and Phillip? Would another setting, such as a modern-day setting, have been as effective in developing Phillip's character? Why or why not?
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