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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What phrase does Corker tell William to cable back to London regarding Aden's military preparedness?
(a) "Aden hot."
(b) "Aden unwarwise."
(c) "Aden warwise."
(d) "Arrived in Aden, staying."

2. Of what school is the man William meets at the first Ishmaelite Legation a graduate?
(a) Cambridge University.
(b) King's College London.
(c) The Baptist College of Antigua.
(d) Yale University.

3. What family holds a dynasty over the Ishmaelian government?
(a) The Benito family.
(b) The Jackson family.
(c) The Boot family.
(d) The Soum family.

4. What beverage does Corker attempt to order from the steward on the boat?
(a) A glass of Riesling.
(b) A glass of Bourdeaux.
(c) A pint of bitter.
(d) A tablespoon of butter.

5. William's heart is described as rising with the plane the first time he takes off. To what is this compared?
(a) Hawklike.
(b) Swanlike.
(c) Fearfully.
(d) Larklike.

Short Answer Questions

1. To what street is William suddenly whisked off to in a taxi in order to cover a story regarding Mrs. Stitch?

2. Who is the director of the Ishmaelite Press Bureau?

3. How much per week does William agree to pay Kätchen for news?

4. What are the last two items William adds to his kit from the equipment emporium?

5. What food does Kätchen's husband eat in William's room?

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