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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. How does Kit feel about traveling with the Lyles?

2. Which continent are Port and Kit traveling through?

3. After Tunner leaves, what does Kit spend her days doing?

4. When not traveling, where do Port and Kit live?

5. What is the name of Lieutenant D'Armagnac's servant?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Port describe Oran?

2. What reason does Lieutenant D'Armagnac give about why a native probably did not steal his wallet?

3. What woman does Port fall in love with while at the brothel before leaving for Bou Noura?

4. What awkward moment ensues with Kit enjoys a cup of tea with M. Chaoui?

5. What story does Marhnia tell Port about the three prostitutes?

6. What is the reaction from Tunner and Kit to Port's disturbing dream?

7. What disturbing dream does Port have while napping in Oman?

8. How does Port separate himself from Tunner in Ain Krofra?

9. Who is Mohammad?

10. Why does Port believe that Eric Lyle stole his passport?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Port Moresby and George Tunner have two diametrically opposed views of travel. First, describe Port Moresby's personal view of travel and compare/contrast that to George Tunner's personal view of travel. Then, explain how these opposing views of travel lend themselves to an interesting partnership between the two travelers, citing examples from the text to strengthen your argument.

Essay Topic 2

At the opening of the novel, Kit claims to not trust Tunner. What is it about Tunner's character that Kit finds so unsettling? Then, describing at least two scenes from the novel, explain how Kit's attitude toward Tunner changed as the novel progressed. How does Kit feel about Tunner at the end of the novel? How can you tell?

Essay Topic 3

The town of Ain Krofra has a serious effect on all the travelers. First, describe the town of Ain Krofra. Why are the travelers so eager to get out of this town? What realization about happiness does Kit make while staying in Ain Krofra? How does this realization affect Kit's marriage to Port?

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