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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two: Chapters 10 - 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old does Tom say he will be turning this year in Part One: Chapter 5?
(a) 19.
(b) 32.
(c) 28.
(d) 24.

2. Why did Trimble Docherty commit suicide?
(a) Grief after his mother.
(b) He was crazy.
(c) Grief after his wife died.
(d) Guilt from a long-ago murder.

3. Who has been overseeing the lighthouse at Janus Rock for the interim when Tom arrives in Part One: Chapter 3?
(a) Ralph Addicott.
(b) Harry Garstone
(c) Bluey Smith.
(d) Neville Whittnish.

4. What does Tom give to Isabel for her birthday in Part One: Chapter 8?
(a) A gramophone.
(b) A harp.
(c) A ham radio.
(d) A piano.

5. What does Tom find wedged under the rib of the bow of the boat in Part Two: Chapter 11?
(a) A silver rattle.
(b) A baby doll.
(c) A lace glove.
(d) A woman's bonnet.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what day of the week does Tom hoist the ensign at Janus Rock?

2. On what date does Part Two: Chapter 10 begin?

3. What mythological creature does Tom begin dreaming about in Part Two: Chapter 11?

4. How long will it be until Tom and Isabel are granted shore leave in Part One: Chapter 7?

5. Who is the author of The Australian Mother's Manual of Efficient Child-Rearing?

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