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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Shadow of the Tuans.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the primary redemptive analogy which Richardson uses to reach the tribal people?
(a) The tribal ritual of marriage.
(b) The tribal ritual of Jesus and the disciples.
(c) The tribal ritual of "fattening for slaughter."
(d) The tribal ritual of a "peace child."

2. Why do the Richardsons go to live in New Guinea?
(a) They are writing a book on ancient cultures and want to do research.
(b) They feel called to serve God as missionaries.
(c) They have no choice; they are sent by their families.
(d) They think the climate would be good for their health.

3. What does the expression "to fatten with friendship for the slaughter" mean?
(a) Raising beef cattle in jungle areas using grain and vegetables.
(b) Preparing young men for battle with many feasts.
(c) Raising poultry in a kind and humane way.
(d) Forming friendships with the purpose of betrayal, murder and cannibalism.

4. What does the tribe think of treachery and violence?
(a) They don't understand it at all.
(b) They have never heard of treachery and violence.
(c) They honor it as a legendary activity.
(d) They are horrified by the concepts and live only peaceful quiet lives.

5. What does Hurip trade to obtain his "kapak," his steel ax?
(a) Gold and silver.
(b) Pork, fish and stone-tipped arrows.
(c) Many months of work.
(d) One of his children.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the only safe way for a Sawi person to drink water from the river?

2. How many wives does Yae's cousin Wasi have?

3. What does Richardson believe is unavoidable in our present world?

4. A typical stone axe would be swung 40 times to fell a tree. How many times does Hurip have to swing his steel axe to cut down the tree?

5. What year do the Richardsons go to New Guinea?

(see the answer key)

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