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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of attitude is attributed to Macphail?

2. What is the name of the trader?

3. What term does Thompson use for money?

4. To whom does Macphail speak?

5. How does Mrs. Davidson feel about Mr. Davidson?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the outcome of Davidson's visit with the governor?

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

3. What is Mrs. Davidson's opinion on the inhabitants of Tutuila?

4. What is the reaction of the women when they learn about Thompson's arrival?

5. What was the crux of the conversation held between the women?

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

7. What does Macphail see on his way to the wharf?

8. What do the travelers soon learn about accommodations?

9. During the conversation between Dr. Macphail and Mrs. Davidson, the woman announces she is grateful for what regarding the island?

10. Where are the travelers headed in this part of the story?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Give an overview of the personality of Horn. What is unusual about the man? What about Horn contradicts the appearance the man chooses to present? What is the collective opinion of the travelers about Horn? What is Horn's status in the community?

Essay Topic 2

Davidson attempts to override the Governor's decision through the threat of contacting powerful allies in the United States. Discuss the Governor's position and authority on the island. To whom would the governor have to answer regarding political pressure? What kind of political influence did Davidson have? Where were the allies? How could they have pressured the Governor into changing his mind? Did the plan work?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the personalities and characteristics of Mrs. Macphail and Mrs. Davidson.

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