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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does U Maung Swe suggest America send to foreign lands instead of clueless executives?

2. How successful is Emma's introduction of the long handled broom?

3. What does MacWhite ask Atkins to do?

4. What was the cause of Captain Boning's distraction?

5. What does U Maung Swe recommend to MacWhite?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Pretend you have just received an assignment from the State Department and you will be working in Laos for two years. What is your expectation today in the way of training and preparation from the State Department. How did will that differ from the training and preparation in the 1950s and 1960s, according to this book?

Essay Topic 2

This book was written before President Kennedy created the Peace Corps. How does the story of the Martins, Bob Maile and the Atkins compare to the purposes of the Peace Corps?

Essay Topic 3

What countries in today's world does America have difficulty understanding? List at least three. What could be done by the American government or individuals to overcome these barriers and reach a peaceful level of communication?

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