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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1: pages 3-24.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Kino sometimes think Jiya is luckier than he is?
(a) Jiya doesn't have siblings.
(b) Jiya has a bicycle.
(c) Jiya's father is a fisherman.
(d) Jiya gets money to spend.

2. Why do Kino and Jiya cling to Kino's father?
(a) Lightning strikes close to the house.
(b) The volcano has erupted.
(c) Gunshots are heard in the distance.
(d) A hurricane wind breaks from the ocean.

3. Who is the author of THE BIG WAVE?
(a) Pearl F. Buckley.
(b) Pearl S. Buck.
(c) Pearl A. Bowen.
(d) Pearl C. Buchmann.

4. In what country does THE BIG WAVE take place?
(a) China.
(b) Thailand.
(c) Japan.
(d) Vietnam.

5. What do Kino and Jiya search for when they play near the water?
(a) Sea shells.
(b) Seaweed.
(c) Coins.
(d) Pebbles.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Jiya's father's profession?

2. Which of the following is NOT something Kino's father will do for Jiya when he awakens?

3. Where does Kino's father place Jiya after he faints?

4. What encircles the fields on the mountain?

5. Where is the location of Kino's home?

(see the answer key)

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