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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lines 832 - 959.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much longer will the guests be required to stay on the island?
(a) 1 week.
(b) 2 weeks.
(c) 3 weeks.
(d) 1 month.

2. To whom does Macphail speak?
(a) Mrs. Davidson.
(b) First mate.
(c) Purser.
(d) Mr. Davidson.

3. What adjective expresses Mrs. Macphail's opinion of Thompson?
(a) Common.
(b) Unrefined.
(c) Flaky.
(d) Crass.

4. What does Macphail see in the morning?
(a) Island.
(b) Whale.
(c) Storm clouds.
(d) Man overboard.

5. The inhabitants on the island do not celebrate or practice _____________.
(a) Christianity.
(b) Birthdays.
(c) American holidays.
(d) Marriage.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which location turns out to be the main setting in the story?

2. What type of attitude is attributed to Macphail?

3. Who informs the group of the prolonged quarantine?

4. When is the deportation scheduled to take place?

5. What does Mrs. Macphail hope will impress the Davidsons?

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