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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Name one thing that has been eliminated from Davidson's district.
(a) Dancing.
(b) Wearing black.
(c) Performing music on the beach.
(d) Cursing.

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

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

4. What necessity is lacking on the island?
(a) Television.
(b) Telephone.
(c) Cars.
(d) Hotel.

5. Which location turns out to be the main setting in the story?
(a) Jamaica.
(b) Tahiti.
(c) Tutuila.
(d) Pago Pago.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Mrs. Macphail's opinion of the Davidsons?

2. Which activity is not one indulged in by the passengers?

3. What do the Macphails discuss in their cabin?

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

5. What do the Davidsons have over the Macphails?

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