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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What ailment did Twain suffer as he went below below deck in chapter 1?
(a) A concussion.
(b) The flu.
(c) A migraine headache.
(d) A rash.

2. What was sung each night for Princess Victoria after she passed away?
(a) A new poem.
(b) A new hymn.
(c) A new song.
(d) A new chant.

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

4. What does Twain warn about the wash woman's use of rocks?
(a) It can discolor a shirt.
(b) It can ruin shirt buttons.
(c) It can remove a shirt's collar.
(d) It can put holes in a shirt.

5. Which name was given to the pig aboard the steamer that was eventually converted into pork chops?
(a) Porky.
(b) Dennis.
(c) Bob.
(d) Larry.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Twain's observation, what was Minister Harris's platform built on?

2. Urging America to develop more steamers in chapter 3, how long did Twain say it would be before China released a smaller steamer?

3. How long before the arrival of the missionaries was Kamehameha's funeral?

4. According to Twain's letter in chapter 17, why was Staley not allowed to officiate the funeral ceremonies for the princess?

5. How did Twain react to the American song selections of the Hawaiians?

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