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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. Which of the following topics does Morgan NOT discuss with Scurra over drinks?

2. Which of the following does NOT describe Morgan's behavior following the embarrassing sexual interlude between Wallis and Scurra?

3. What happens to Morgan when he is poised to speak at dinner?

4. Captain Smith is assured that there are adequate _______________.

5. Morgan experiences his __________ day at sea as Chapter 4 begins.

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain the context of the conversation Morgan has with Scurra.

2. What is the incident regarding a snail on deck that Morgan must attend to?

3. What does Morgan learn when he accompanies Andrews and Captain Smith on an inspection of the ship?

4. What little game does Wallis admit to playing with Morgan's friends the day before?

5. Describe the scene for Morgan when the ship hits the iceberg.

6. What happens for Morgan who feels that he has at last found his life's work?

7. What does Scurra reveal to Morgan about Morgan's mother and adoption?

8. Describe the scenario as Morgan hides out in Wallis' stateroom as she makes love with Scurra.

9. What progress does Morgan make in changing his life in Chapter 5?

10. How does Morgan learn that Wallis is attracted to him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Create a brief character study of Wallis. What does she look like? What are her positive personality traits? What are some of her negative characteristics? What are her hopes and fears? What motivates her--if anything--at this point in her life?

Essay Topic 2

The author uses several instances of foreshadowing in the story. Explain what foreshadowing is and cite at least two examples making sure to explain what makes each an instance of foreshadowing.

Essay Topic 3

Alcohol abuse seems to be an unnamed character in the book. How pervasive is the abuse? Why does it have such a prevalent place in the characters' lives? How does it affect the abusers? How does it affect those impacted by the abusers? Explain how an inanimate object or characteristic can be a character.

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