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Multiple Choice and Long Answer questions create ideal opportunities for whole-book review, unit exam, or summative assessments.

Multiple Choice

1. How is deafness viewed on Martha’s Vineyard in the novel?

A) It is seen as a difference and not a disease.

B) There is a prejudice toward deaf people on the island.

C) Many recognize deafness as a disease.

D) The differences between people are not acknowledged.

2. Which of the following is an example of social inequality in the novel?

A) The island plans to grant land to the Wampanoag.

B) The nonwhite population is treated poorly.

C) The deaf community is cast aside.

D) The islanders express ageism toward the older population.

3. How is Andrew Noble’s demeanor best described in the novel?

A) Pious and selfish

B) Aggressive and angry

C) Arrogant and contemptuous

D) People-pleasing and passive

4. Which of the following best describes how Andrew’s views on deafness are different from those who live on the island?

A) Andrew thinks deafness is caused by environmental factors.

B) Andrew believes deaf people should be poor like they are on the mainland.

C) Andrew is disgusted by the deaf community.

D) Andrew sees deafness as a sickness needing to be cured.

5. Why is Andrew’s attitude toward Ezra’s theories ironic?

A) Andrew’s theories are wrong as well.

B) Andrew's theories end up being correct.

C) Andrew's theories are extremely similar to Ezra's.

D) Andrew's theories contradict Ezra's.