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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Chapter 6, The Sweet Spring.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Margo's Turkish suitor think he can do superbly?
(a) Write, swim, and ride.
(b) Dance, fence, and type.
(c) Swim, ride, and sail.
(d) Cook, sail, and write.

2. Where is the Island of Corfu located?
(a) England.
(b) Val de Ropa.
(c) Vido.
(d) Greece.

3. What do Gerry and George use as water-pistols in the bay?
(a) Sponges.
(b) Shells.
(c) Water-pistols.
(d) Sea slugs.

4. Why does Yani tell Gerry the scorpion is drowned in olive oil?
(a) If stung by a scorpion, rub the oil on the spot and there will be hardly any discomfort.
(b) It is an old Greek superstition to ward off scorpions from your home.
(c) The oil preserves the body.
(d) Scorpion oil cures acne.

5. What is wrong with every villa Mr. Beeler shows the Durrells?
(a) Not one has a balcony.
(b) Not one has a bathroom.
(c) They are not close enough to the sea.
(d) They are infested with crickets.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does George teach Gerry about natural history?

2. What does Theodore offer to show Gerry at tea on Thursday?

3. Where is Quasimodo during Gerry's lessons?

4. How does George go about teaching Gerry mathematics?

5. Who does Larry blame for his siblings being selfish?

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