Rain Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 73 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Rain Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 73 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the passengers sleep?

2. What is the occupation of Alec Macphail?

3. What is the passenger ship's destination?

4. What interrupts the group's conversation?

5. With which of the following are the Macphails unfamiliar?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What is the basis of the argument? What is the outcome?

3. Describe briefly how the Davidsons met.

4. What does Macphail see on his way to the wharf?

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

6. To whom is Davidson compared by Dr. Macphail?

7. Once downstairs Macphail happens upon a group of people in conversation. Who are they? What are they discussing?

8. Who lives in the area above the trader's store?

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

10. What is Macphail's opinion about the behavior of the natives? Does the opinion agree or disagree with Mrs. Davidson's earlier comments?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Macphail believes that many of Davidson's actions are more closely related to fascism than Christianity. Examine the use of religion in relation to leaders trying to get their own way and assert their authority over others. Give examples, results, and consequences.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the personalities and characteristics of Mrs. Macphail and Mrs. Davidson.

Essay Topic 3

Explain Mrs. Davidson's opinion on the lives of the natives. Do you think the opinion is one gained from experience or prejudice? Is the opinion accurate according to the other travelers? How might the natives feel in return?

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