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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Christopher tell Colonel Chamberlain that he doesn't think it will be necessary for him to go to England?
(a) Christopher tells Chamberlain he can get on in Shanghai by himself.
(b) Christopher tells Chamberlain he is a detective and will solve the mystery of his parents' disappearance.
(c) Christopher tells Chamberlain his parents will return from a trip very soon.
(d) Christopher tells Chamberlain the very best detectives are working on the case of his parents' disappearance.

2. How many days pass before Christopher sees Akira on Etsuko's bicycle?
(a) Five or six days.
(b) Two or three days.
(c) One or two days.
(d) Three or four days.

3. What are Miss Givens and Jennifer doing when they return from shopping?
(a) Crying.
(b) Laughing.
(c) Arguing.
(d) Holding hands.

4. Upon his return, how does Akira respond to Christopher's questions about his experiences in Japan?
(a) Akira is silent.
(b) Akira recounts a bitter tale of his alienation from the boys in the Nagasaki school.
(c) Akira persuades Christopher it would be childish to discuss such matters.
(d) Akira goes on and on with his many stories until Christopher is quite bored.

5. What kind of establishment is the Dorchester?
(a) A quaint tea room.
(b) A very fancy restaurant.
(c) A modest inn.
(d) A public house.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what day do Akira and Christopher enter Ling Tien's room?

2. What becomes of Inspector Kung?

3. How does Christopher describe the atmosphere at breakfast on the days of the campaign meetings.

4. Where is Akira and Christopher's "special spot?"

5. What kind of person is the Banks's typical house guest in Shanghai?

(see the answer key)

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