The Cay Chapters 15-16

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    What happened to Timothy after the storm?

    • He died
    • He was OK
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This quiz focuses on Chapters 15-16 of 'The Cay', assessing comprehension of key events during a hurricane. It evaluates understanding of character actions, environmental conditions, and outcomes, emphasizing analytical skills in literature.

The Cay Chapters 15-16 - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    How did Timothy protect Phillip from the storm?

    • He tied himself and Phillip to a palm tree with Timothy behind Phillip

    • He took Phillip to the cave

    • Timothy tied the raft behind Phillip's back

    Correct Answer
    A. He tied himself and Phillip to a palm tree with Timothy behind Phillip
    Explanation
    Timothy protected Phillip from the storm by tying both of them to a palm tree, with Timothy positioned behind Phillip. This arrangement would provide additional protection for Phillip, as Timothy would be shielding him from the strong winds and debris. Tying themselves to the palm tree would also prevent them from being swept away by the storm.

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  • 3. 

    What happened to Timothy during the storm?

    • A shark bit his leg

    • A large piece of drift wood cut his arm

    • His backside was cut and bleeding from the sand and sea grape that hit him during the storm

    Correct Answer
    A. His backside was cut and bleeding from the sand and sea grape that hit him during the storm
    Explanation
    Timothy's backside was cut and bleeding from the sand and sea grape that hit him during the storm. This suggests that he was injured by the impact of the sand and sea grape, causing cuts and bleeding on his backside.

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  • 4. 

    Why did the bird attack Phillip?

    • He stepped on the nest and broke an egg

    • The hurricane made the birds protective on the island

    Correct Answer
    A. He stepped on the nest and broke an egg
    Explanation
    The bird attacked Phillip because he accidentally stepped on the nest and broke one of the eggs. This is a common behavior in birds, as they are protective of their nests and offspring. The bird likely saw Phillip as a threat and reacted defensively to protect its eggs.

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  • 5. 

    Why did Phillip and Timothy have to leave the hut?

    • The lizards came inside the hut for protection

    • It blew away

    • To get food

    Correct Answer
    A. It blew away
    Explanation
    Phillip and Timothy had to leave the hut because it blew away. This suggests that the hut was not stable or secure, possibly due to strong winds or other environmental factors. As a result, they were forced to leave for their safety and find alternative shelter.

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  • 6. 

    What did Phillip find to eat?

    • One coconut

    • A fish

    Correct Answer
    A. One coconut
    Explanation
    Phillip found one coconut to eat.

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  • 7. 

    When did the hurricane hit?

    • In the morning

    • At noon

    • After dark

    Correct Answer
    A. After dark
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "after dark" because it implies that the hurricane hit during the nighttime, after the sun had set. This suggests that the event occurred late in the day or in the evening when it was already dark outside.

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  • 8. 

    How high did the ocean get?

    • To Phillip's ankles

    • To Phillips waist

    • To Phillip's head

    Correct Answer
    A. To Phillip's head
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "to Phillip's head." This implies that the ocean rose to the level of Phillip's head, indicating a significant increase in water level.

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