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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV Strandline.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In response to the intrusion upon the conversation between him and the narrator, what does the cashier do?
(a) Shows the approaching individual the "Closed" sign.
(b) Takes out his pepper spray.
(c) Turns off the cubicle light.
(d) Hugs the individual who approached them.

2. The cashier says his Sri Lankan home is near what city?
(a) Kuruwita.
(b) Silavatturai.
(c) Maradankadawala.
(d) Colombo.

3. After they move to England, where do Mr. Salgado and Triton go in the spring?
(a) France.
(b) Ireland.
(c) Wales.
(d) Scotland.

4. How does Triton try to protect himself from Joseph when he's left alone with him in the house?
(a) He rubs a raw onion all over his hands.
(b) He carries a small pocketknife everywhere he goes.
(c) He wears a necklace made of chili peppers.
(d) He hides a big stick under his bed.

5. What does Mr. Salgado say about his life's work?
(a) His research is flawed.
(b) It's useless because the sea does what it does.
(c) It's just an obsession.
(d) Nobody wants to hear what he learns.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Triton wish Miss Nili would come by the house more often?

2. How does Mr. Salgado feel when Miss Nili is around?

3. What does Mr. Salgado fear happens when the coral disappears?

4. What changes does Miss Nili's presence create in Mr. Salgado?

5. The haberdasher who stops by Mr. Salgado's house on Thursdays is one of the what who stops by regularly?

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