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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What quality of Thomas' do people admire in Chapter Five?
(a) His generosity.
(b) His kindness.
(c) His consideration.
(d) His determination.

2. How old are David and Elsa?
(a) 42.
(b) 23.
(c) 28.
(d) 35.

3. What does Thomas discover was left on the upstairs landing?
(a) The textbook and the journal.
(b) The painting and the sculpture.
(c) The Bible and the rosary.
(d) The dictionary and the atlas.

4. How has David's father made him feel?
(a) Inadequate.
(b) Superior.
(c) Loved.
(d) Frightened.

5. Where does Shane want to go with Fiona in tow?
(a) To Ireland.
(b) To Italy.
(c) To the tavern.
(d) To Athens.

Short Answer Questions

1. What might happen once the news crews recognize Elsa?

2. Where did all of Andreas' brothers go?

3. What does Elsa contemplate while standing on the balcony?

4. What does Elsa suggest that the group should do in lieu of paying for their food?

5. What does Vonni go out to get for Maria's family?

Short Essay Questions

1. What evidence is there of religious practices in Aghia Anna as explained in Chapter Six?

2. How does Elsa see David?

3. Describe Elsa and Dieter's first interaction on the island.

4. What do the men find surprising about Elsa's story?

5. What is Shane's reaction to FIona's news that she is pregnant?

6. What theme does the author begin to explore in Chapter Two?

7. What effect has the tragedy had on everyone staying or living on Aghia Anna?

8. How does Elsa feel about herself as far as her capacity to offer advice to others?

9. How does the tragedy on the boat affect each of the tourists?

10. Describe the relationship between Fiona and Shane.

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