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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 18-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the captain of the schooner respond to Twain's constant complaints during the voyage in chapter 18?
(a) He was patient, but disagreeable.
(b) He was impatient, but agreeable.
(c) He was impatient and disagreeable.
(d) He was patient and agreeable.

2. What was the site of Captain Cook's murder?
(a) Kealakekua Bay.
(b) Hamakua Coast.
(c) Waimanu Valley.
(d) Punaluu Beach.

3. How long was Twain's trip to the island of Hawaii that he references in chapter 14?
(a) Two weeks.
(b) Three weeks.
(c) One week.
(d) Four weeks.

4. Why did Twain not enjoy the taste of poi?
(a) It did not have enough flavor.
(b) It was too sour.
(c) It was too sweet.
(d) It had too much flavor.

5. According to Twain's observation, what was Minister Harris's platform built on?
(a) Neither showmanship nor pretense.
(b) Pretense with no showmanship.
(c) Showmanship and pretense.
(d) Showmanship with no pretense.

Short Answer Questions

1. What extra food did the captain make for Twain during his trip to Hawaii in chapter 18?

2. Which product earned Twain's positive review while he was traveling through Kona in chapter 18?

3. Which description did Twain use for the islands that the men at the Saturday market were from?

4. Which of Jarves's book did Twain quote to prove Mr. Staley wrong in chapter 14?

5. How did Twain compare the government prison he visited to its American counterparts?

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