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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 23-25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Twain noted in chapter 19, how much product did the sugar plantations of Kona yield compared to Louisiana?
(a) Slightly more.
(b) Slightly less.
(c) Much more.
(d) Much less.

2. Where did Twain ride in a buggy to after staying too long at the government prison in chapter 6?
(a) Mauna Kea.
(b) Kanaha Pond.
(c) Iao Valley.
(d) Diamond Head.

3. What did the crew of the burned Hornet eat once the rations of food ran out?
(a) Rags, boots, and fishing caps.
(b) Rags, boots, and a butter tub.
(c) Rags, a butter tub, and fishing caps.
(d) Rags, boots, a butter tub, and fishing caps.

4. What phrase does Twain use to describe the Saturday market in chapter 8?
(a) A thrilling convention.
(b) A delightful sight.
(c) An extravagant bonanza.
(d) An exhilarating spectacle.

5. How did Twain react to the American song selections of the Hawaiians?
(a) He was amused.
(b) He was confused.
(c) He was annoyed.
(d) He was impressed.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the risk of a person bringing their own liquor from America to Hawaii?

2. According to Twain, how did Hawaiian politics respond to the death of Princess Victoria?

3. What animals were included in the livestock that passengers teased in chapter 2?

4. What state did Twain compare Hawaii's sugar production with in chapter 23?

5. Which one of the following is not included in Twain's list of a steamer's benefits in chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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