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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lines 48 - 179.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What region is designated for the Davidsons?
(a) South.
(b) East.
(c) North.
(d) West.

2. To whom does Macphail speak?
(a) First mate.
(b) Mr. Davidson.
(c) Mrs. Davidson.
(d) Purser.

3. What is the estimated year?
(a) 1919.
(b) 1931.
(c) 1946.
(d) 1908.

4. Which adjective is used to describe Macphail?
(a) Rash.
(b) Reasonable.
(c) Ridiculous.
(d) Rambunctious.

5. Which of the following garners Mrs. Davidson's disapproval?
(a) Stale coffee.
(b) Mr. Davidson's hat.
(c) Native dress.
(d) Lack of modern facilities.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the shared occupation of the Davidsons?

2. At this point in the story, how far away from port is the ship?

3. Who supposedly lives at the ship's destination?

4. To whom is Mr. Davidson compared?

5. What adjective is used by Mrs. Davidson to describe the inhabitants?

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