Flush by Carl Hiaasen - Multiple Choice Quiz

Why is Noah's father, Paine Underwood, arrested at the beginning of the novel?

• He attacked a tourist

• He sank a casino boat

• He stole from the marina

• He trespassed on private property

What is the name of the boat that Paine sinks?

• Coral Queen

• Ocean Jewel

• Sea Siren

• Marine Majesty

What motivates Noah to investigate the Coral Queen?

• He wants to find treasure

• He is trying to prove his father's innocence

• He suspects illegal dumping

• He wants to get revenge

Who helps Noah with his plan to expose Dusty Muleman's pollution?

• Abbey, his sister

• Jasper Jr.

• The Coast Guard

• Bull

How do Noah and Abbey ultimately prove that the Coral Queen is dumping waste illegally?

• They film it happening

• They plant dye in the toilets

• They report it to the press

• They confront Dusty directly

Which of the following best represents a central theme of *Flush*?

• Friendship and loyalty

• Justice and protecting the environment

• Coming of age in a big city

• Wealth and social status

What lesson does Noah learn by the end of the novel?

• Noah learns the importance of family.

• Noah learns to trust strangers.

• Noah learns to ignore his problems.

• Noah learns that winning is everything.

What can be inferred about Dusty Muleman based on his actions throughout the novel?

• He values honesty

• He is environmentally conscious

• He is primarily motivated by profit

• He wants to help the Underwoods

What does Abbey's willingness to help Noah suggest about her character?

• She is naive

• She seeks attention

• She is brave and loyal

• She resents her family

Why is the novel titled *Flush*?

• It refers to winning at gambling

• It's a metaphor for washing away problems

• It relates to the pollution being flushed into the ocean

• It's the name of the Underwoods' dog