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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. How does Mrs. Davidson feel about Mr. Davidson?
(a) Tolerates him.
(b) Idolizes him.
(c) Fears him.
(d) Loathes him.

4. Mrs. Davidson criticizes which behavior of the inhabitants?
(a) Gaiety.
(b) Devotion to ritual.
(c) Inappropriate marital practices.
(d) Cannibalism.

5. Which activity is not one indulged in by the passengers?
(a) Dancing.
(b) Gambling.
(c) Smoking.
(d) Drinking.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what ailment is Macphail recovering?

2. Who sends Macphail on the errand?

3. Who supposedly lives at the ship's destination?

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

5. Which word best describes Thompson's figure?

Short Essay Questions

1. Briefly describe the personality of Dr. Macphail.

2. What is the basis of the argument? What is the outcome?

3. What is Macphail's opinion about the behavior of the natives? Does the opinion agree or disagree with Mrs. Davidson's earlier comments?

4. At this point, how far are the travelers from their destination?

5. What invitation is issued after the matter is settled?

6. What is the collective general personality of each couple?

7. What is Davidson's epiphany regarding Thompson?

8. What interrupts and annoys the travelers during high tea?

9. Describe briefly how the Davidsons met.

10. What was one of the accomplishments the Davidsons managed to achieve in their last district?

(see the answer keys)

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