The Old Man And The Sea Quiz 18 (14 MCQs)

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1. What does Santiago use as bait to catch the marlin?

Correct Answer: A) Sardines.

2. What are some examples of symbolism related to the sea in the story?

Correct Answer: A) Freedom, escape, unknown, subconscious, power, unpredictability.

3. After losing our bet, my sister ..... agreed to do my chores.

Correct Answer: B) Grudgingly.

4. Perform without preparation; manage in a makeshift way; do with whatever is at hand

Correct Answer: D) Improvise.

5. The old man's most frequent dreams were of

Correct Answer: B) Lions on the beach.

6. Peril

Correct Answer: A) Serious and immediate danger.

7. What does the old man say is his "alarm clock" ? ( page 24) .....

Correct Answer: B) Age.

8. Santiago's efforts are similar to

Correct Answer: A) Sisyphus' toilsome work.

9. The Old Man always thought of the sea as La Mar, -what does this mean?

Correct Answer: A) A woman he loved.

10. What does Santiago remember when he is battling to reel in the fish?

Correct Answer: D) An arm wrestling competition.

11. I failed another ..... plan to lose weight without dieting or exercising.

Correct Answer: C) Ineffectual.

12. Why does Manolin admire the old man?

Correct Answer: B) Because the old man is brave and wise, and never gives up.

13. What is the significance of Manolin's character in the story?

Correct Answer: B) Manolin's character represents the future generation and the hope for Santiago.

14. The Old Man and the Sea is a story about

Correct Answer: B) The various relentless efforts of man trying to create a meaningful life.