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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Mrs. Davidson is grateful for which of the following?
(a) Not having to serve on the island.
(b) Croissants.
(c) Remembering her raincoat.
(d) Hot coffee.

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

3. How many principal characters have been introduced to date?
(a) 5.
(b) 2.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

4. What adjective can best be used to describe Mrs. Davidson?
(a) Pompous.
(b) Prudish.
(c) Peculiar.
(d) Prissy.

5. Where does the ship dock?
(a) Pago Pago.
(b) Tonga.
(c) Guam.
(d) Bora Bora.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of attitude is attributed to Macphail?

2. What is the estimated year?

3. What do the Macphails discuss in their cabin?

4. What time of day does Mrs. Davidson spend with Mrs. Macphail telling endless tales of her experiences?

5. To whom does Macphail speak?

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