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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 does Davidson argue about unsuccessfully?

2. At this point in the story, how far away from port is the ship?

3. Who takes charge of the situation?

4. Who sends Macphail on the errand?

5. Name one theme in the story thus far?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

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

5. Who lives in the area above the trader's store?

6. In what part of the world does the story take place?

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

8. To whom is Davidson compared by Dr. Macphail?

9. What is Mrs. Davidson's opinion on the fashion of the natives?

10. Once downstairs Macphail happens upon a group of people in conversation. Who are they? What are they discussing?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain Mrs. Davidson's opinion on the lives of the natives. Do you think the opinion is one gained from experience or prejudice? Is the opinion accurate according to the other travelers? How might the natives feel in return?

Essay Topic 2

On several occasions the Davidsons regale the Macphails with details of their missionary work. Explain how the couple got started, how and where they met, and how their devotion to missionary work affected their relationship. Also examine the locales mentioned in the story and how they were influenced by the Davidsons' work.

Essay Topic 3

Explain Davidson's various approaches with Thompson throughout the story. Which was the most effective? Which was the most ineffective? What could Davidson have done differently that would have changed the outcome of the story? What might you have done in Davidson's place?

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