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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. With whom does Pascali notice Bowles having a growing relationship?
(a) The lone polizi on the island.
(b) Denars.
(c) The bartender.
(d) Lydia.

2. Of what is Pascali's observation about Hassan a symbol?
(a) For how he must throw his reports into the waters of the Sultan's eyes.
(b) For how the offspring is an improvement from the former generation.
(c) For the type of detail he must avoid giving in his reports.
(d) Of how intention does not ensure success.

3. What does Pascali think he has found?
(a) A way to gain Lydia's love.
(b) A way to break free of the island.
(c) A way to get Bowles off the island immediately.
(d) A way to earn a huge sum of money.

4. What does Lydia notice that delights Pascali?
(a) That his haircut is handsome.
(b) That he is looking fit.
(c) That his new suit is becoming.
(d) That he is losing weight.

5. For how much does Bowles obtain the lease?
(a) Twenty liras.
(b) The request for the lease is denied.
(c) Two hundred liras.
(d) Fifty liras.

Short Answer Questions

1. For what does Pascali blame the Sultan?

2. What does Pascali think of what Bowles is saying about finding artifacts at the site?

3. Why does Bowles need translation services?

4. Why does Pascali need new glasses?

5. Of what does Pascali warn the Sultan?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does the conversation between Lydia and Pascali about the fisherman show that Lydia is lying?

2. How is the theme of deceit demonstrated by Bowles during the transaction with Pasha?

3. What are some of the signs of violence/tension that seem just below the surface in Pascali?

4. What historical event is introduced in this section and how is it linked symbolically to the major plot?

5. What does Bowles ostensibly say is his interest in the Sanctuary of Artemis?

6. What is one theme that seems to be developing in this section?

7. What is ironic about Pasha buying land from the locals?

8. Discuss the theme of jealousy as it particularly applies to Pascali.

9. What are some clues that Pascali thinks he has inadvertently given as to his status as a spy?

10. What is a theme that predominates this section?

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