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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Lines 180 - 259.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where will the group be forced to stay?
(a) Pago Pago.
(b) In the local infirmary.
(c) In a hotel.
(d) Aboard the ship.

3. From what ailment is Macphail recovering?
(a) Skull fracture.
(b) Amnesia.
(c) Broken leg.
(d) War wound.

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

5. Mrs. Macphail claims her husband is acting which way with Mr. Davidson?
(a) Jovial.
(b) Harsh.
(c) Cruel.
(d) Menacing.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what are the passengers required to take shelter?

2. Who does not join the group under the shelter?

3. What word best describes the Macphails at this point?

4. Who issues orders?

5. The story takes place after which war?

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