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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. Why does Stache want to capture the boys?

2. What is the Starstuff held in?

3. Who does Slank want to find on the island?

4. What happens when Peter punches Mr. Grin?

5. How does Peter locate the chest?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Slank know so much about the Starstuff?

2. What is happening in the Lagoon to the fish near the chest?

3. What does the blonde mermaid do when Peter heals her?

4. What does Leonard do when Peter decides to stay on the island?

5. How does Slank find the chest?

6. How does Molly feel when she hears about Peter's connection with the mermaids?

7. What does Slank plan to do once he and the treasure are safe?

8. What happens when Alf tries to communicate with the savages?

9. What promise does Peter break when he goes to the shore?

10. What does Peter dream about while he is unconscious?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain some of the magical elements from the book and how they are executed. What significance do these spells have on the outcome of the book and the growth of Peter's character?

Essay Topic 2

Justice and Mercy are two themes that are prevalent throughout this book. What are some of the places where these themes are present, and how do they work together to affect the characters involved in those scenes?

Essay Topic 3

What are some of the attributes that make a true leader? Who are the true leaders in this book, and how does their leadership affect the characters around them?

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