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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What adjective expresses Mrs. Macphail's opinion of Thompson?
(a) Flaky.
(b) Common.
(c) Unrefined.
(d) Crass.

2. At this point in the story, how far away from port is the ship?
(a) 12 hours.
(b) 12 days.
(c) 4 hours.
(d) 8 days.

3. From which country had Mrs. Davidson just returned?
(a) China.
(b) Kenya.
(c) Turkey.
(d) Madagascar.

4. What object does Davidson attempt to break?
(a) Tea pot.
(b) Window.
(c) Gramophone.
(d) Chair.

5. With whom does Macphail have dinner?
(a) Mr. Davidson.
(b) No one.
(c) Mrs. Macphail and Mrs. Davidson.
(d) Thompson.

Short Answer Questions

1. The passengers' rooms are nearly devoid of which object?

2. The inhabitants on the island do not celebrate or practice _____________.

3. What happens after dinner?

4. Who issues orders?

5. How many principal characters have been introduced to date?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain briefly the dangerous nature of working as a missionary.

2. What is the collective general personality of each couple?

3. Describe briefly how the Davidsons met.

4. What is the outcome of Davidson's visit with the governor?

5. What is the mode of transportation mentioned at the beginning of the story?

6. What happens when Davidson storms into Thompson's room?

7. What advice is given to Macphail by Mrs. Davidson?

8. What is displeasing about the rooms rented by Horn?

9. What invitation is issued after the matter is settled?

10. What is the general reaction of the travelers?

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