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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 does Jim meet Elisabeth after their lengthy absence?

2. What do Jim and Pete learn when taking a a survey trip by airplane to the Oriente?

3. How many bible study classes does Jim begin to teach?

4. What does Jim admit is an easier way of life than the one he has been chosen by God?

5. What does Ed McCully write in his letter to Jim?

Short Essay Questions

1. What are some of the responsibilities Jim has while living in Shandia?

2. What is the significance of the allegory of the chrysanthemums?

3. What is Jim's strength as he undergoes the 10 week linguistics program at the University of Oklahoma?

4. What is a positive outgrowth from the Flemings' fiesta at Puyupungu?

5. Give an example of how this chapter, Impelled by These Voices, exemplifies the theme that God is in control.

6. What is the significance of Ed McCully's letter letting Jim know that he is leaving school to become a full time emissary of Christ?

7. What events characterize Jim and Elisabeth's first few months as newlyweds?

8. Where does Jim pray the Lord will place him in His service?

9. What happens when Jim and Ed decide to help the missionary teacher in Arajuno?

10. Describe what happens when the ship makes port at Puna and the men disembark.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the Preface, the author, Elisabeth Elliot, notes Jim and his fellow missionaries with whom he died are hailed as heroes, or "martyrs." Elisabeth Elliot believes Jim would not approve of being called a martyr. Why do you suppose he would not? What does Jim die believing in? What kind of life would Jim live if he were alive?

Essay Topic 2

Wheaton College is a four-year liberal arts interdenominational college. Although the college has changed since 1945 when Jim Elliot attended, what characteristics do you think encourage Jim to attend Wheaton College? Why do you think Jim chooses a religious interdenominational college versus a public institution? How does this religious education round out Jim's personality?

Essay Topic 3

Jim is methodical in his day-to-day activities. His friends describe him as having a "one-track" mind. What do Jim's friends mean by "one-track mind?" How does this pattern of work influence Jim in his later missionary work? Cite examples of Jim's methodical way of handling chores and studies.

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