Tai-Pan Short Question Test Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Chapter 1 | Chapter 2

1. In Chapter 1, who takes possession of Hong Kong?

The British.

2. The Chinese call Straun and Company another name. What is it?

The Noble House.

3. With what does Dirk bribe Chinese officials?

Opium.

4. What ship did Dirk and Brock both work on as teenagers?

The Vagrant Star.

5. What office does Dirk plan to run for?

A seat in Parliament.

6. What is the Hung Mun Tong?

A secret Chinese society.

Chapter 3 | Chapter 4

1. Who orchestrates the run on Dirk's bank?

Morgan Brock.

2. In Chapter 3, how much time does Dirk have to save his trading company?

29 days.

3. In Chapter 4, who is Dirk waiting to see in Canton?

Jin-qua.

4. Who is May-may?

Dirk's mistress.

5. Who halts all trade between the Chinese and the foreigners?

The Chinese emperor.

6. Where do all...
(read more)