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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1, Part 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the American girl, believing that he is going to Ishmaelia, give to John Boot as a good luck charm?
(a) A metal cross.
(b) A locket with her picture.
(c) A wet rabbit's foot.
(d) A bog-oak pig.

2. What object does Corker purchase for himself while at Steamer Point?
(a) A tribal mask.
(b) An elephant of synthetic ivory.
(c) A ceramic pig.
(d) A tiny leather rhinocerous.

3. With what sort of art is Corker infatuated?
(a) Occidental Art.
(b) American Art.
(c) Oriental Art.
(d) African Art.

4. Who is the most valued friend of John Boot?
(a) Mrs. Stitch.
(b) Lord Copper.
(c) Mr. Stitch.
(d) Lady Metroland.

5. What French philosopher is mentioned in Book 1, Chapter 4, section 6?
(a) Jean-Jacques Rousseau.
(b) Voltaire.
(c) Jacques Maritain.
(d) Rene Descartes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mrs. Stitch prefer the sort of car she drives?

2. What time of day does John Boot visit the Stitch residence?

3. How many visas is William advised to get for his trip to Ishmaelia?

4. What is the name of the ship in which William must travel to Aden?

5. How much does William's toothbrush purchased from the hotel cost?

(see the answer key)

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