5 Questions
What did the narrator do when Phelps got stuck?
Took off boots, stepped into the water, and dived to dig around Phelps' feet
What did Phelps do when the water rose past his thighs?
He tried to turn and retreat
What did the narrator feel when trying to rescue Phelps?
The mud grabbed hold of the narrator's right foot
What was Phelps wearing to protect himself from getting wet?
Waist-high rubber waders
What did the narrator hope to achieve by reaching out to Phelps?
Get him to come back
Test your comprehension with this quiz based on the short story about a friend named Phelps wading into the sea. Answer questions about the characters, setting, and events to see how well you remember the details.
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