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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the lawyer Strachan not remember Douglas Macfadden at first?
(a) he has been in ill health for many years
(b) he never travels again to Scotland
(c) he loses touch with clients after his wife dies
(d) he thinks the old man has hired another firm

2. What does Jean learn from Strachan?
(a) she has inherited £1,550
(b) she has inherited a plantation in Malaya
(c) she has inherited £53,000
(d) she has inherited a homestead in Scotland

3. Initially who in their group takes charge of the English women and children?
(a) Mrs. Horsefall
(b) Eileen Holland
(c) Jean Paget
(d) Esmé Harrison

4. After landing her job in 1939, how long does Jean work?
(a) six months
(b) two years
(c) 18 months
(d) one year

5. How does Strachan certify Donald's death?
(a) from the doctor at Camp 206 at the time of Donald's death
(b) newspaper clippings from the time
(c) records in the war office
(d) an affidavit from friends who knew him

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when the Japanese near Kuala Lumpur?

2. What does Dr. Ferris say relieved a bit of the grimness of Camp 206?

3. Up to this point in her life, what is it Jean doubts she will ever do?

4. What does Jean know from her own experience in the Malay jungles?

5. With her principle invested, how much will Jean receive annually?

(see the answer key)

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