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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lines 48 - 179.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. Which is not eventually adopted by the island inhabitants?
(a) New hygiene standards.
(b) European dress.
(c) Religious values.
(d) Change in sexual habits.

4. What island group does the ship visit?
(a) Solomon Islands.
(b) Samoan Islands.
(c) Canary Islands.
(d) Faulkland Islands.

5. Which of the following garners Mrs. Davidson's disapproval?
(a) Mr. Davidson's hat.
(b) Lack of modern facilities.
(c) Stale coffee.
(d) Native dress.

Short Answer Questions

1. The inhabitants on the island do not celebrate or practice _____________.

2. What adjective is used by Mrs. Davidson to describe the inhabitants?

3. Mrs. Macphail claims her husband is acting which way with Mr. Davidson?

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

5. What weather condition must passengers face as they disembark?

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