The Black Pearl

Review paragraphs 4-9, in The Black Pearl. What do these paragraphs show about the old man?

• His fear of entering the cave.

• His sorrow over never being in the cave.

• His belief that the pearl is not in the cave.

• His envy of the boy for going in the cave.

In the book *The Black Pearl*, what is the significance of the 'Manta Diablo'?

• A) A legendary sea creature feared by the villagers.

• B) A type of pearl found in the ocean.

• C) The name of the main character's boat.

• D) A festival celebrated in the village.

Which character in *The Black Pearl* is known for their wisdom and guidance?

• A) Ramon Salazar

• B) The Sevillano

• C) Father Gallardo

• D) Soto Luzon

What is the primary setting of *The Black Pearl*?

• A) A bustling city

• B) A small coastal village

• C) A desert island

• D) A mountain town

In *The Black Pearl*, what does the pearl symbolize for Ramon?

• A) Wealth and prosperity

• B) Danger and misfortune

• C) Adventure and exploration

• D) Knowledge and wisdom

What is the main conflict in *The Black Pearl*?

• A) Man vs. Nature

• B) Man vs. Society

• C) Man vs. Self

• D) Man vs. Technology

Which literary device is predominantly used in *The Black Pearl* to describe the sea?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole

How does the author of *The Black Pearl* create suspense in the story?

• A) By using flashbacks

• B) By introducing unexpected plot twists

• C) By developing complex characters

• D) By providing detailed descriptions of settings

What lesson does Ramon learn by the end of *The Black Pearl*?

• A) The importance of family

• B) The value of honesty

• C) The dangers of greed

• D) The power of friendship

In *The Black Pearl*, who is the antagonist that challenges Ramon?

• A) The Sevillano

• B) Father Gallardo

• C) Soto Luzon

• D) The Manta Diablo