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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lines 260 - 305.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What time of day does Mrs. Davidson spend with Mrs. Macphail telling endless tales of her experiences?
(a) Evening.
(b) Morning.
(c) Afternoon.
(d) Late night.

2. What is the occupation of Alec Macphail?
(a) Lawyer.
(b) Doctor.
(c) Missionary.
(d) Quartermaster.

3. What is Macphail's opinion of the Davidsons?
(a) Judgmental.
(b) Flaky.
(c) Liberal.
(d) Antagonistic.

4. Which word best describes Thompson's figure?
(a) Stodgy.
(b) Plump.
(c) Round.
(d) Flat.

5. Who takes charge of the situation?
(a) Macphail.
(b) Trader.
(c) Mrs. Davidson.
(d) Ship's captain.

Short Answer Questions

1. At this point in the story, how far away from port is the ship?

2. What is the name of the trader?

3. Mrs. Davidson is grateful for which of the following?

4. How is the issue resolved?

5. Which of the following garners Mrs. Davidson's disapproval?

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