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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. Who arrives in Quito causing Jim both joy and anxiety?

2. Where does Jim go for a vacation?

3. What does Jim struggle with upon arrival in Quito?

4. What does Jim admit is an easier way of life than the one he has been chosen by God?

5. Where does Jim meet Elisabeth after their lengthy absence?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Jim handle his rebelliousness with God in this chapter, Hemmed in to Nothing?

2. What amazes Elisabeth about the Indians attending Jim's sermons?

3. What is a positive outgrowth from the Flemings' fiesta at Puyupungu?

4. What happens when Jim prays that God will give him some signal for his departure?

5. What events characterize Jim and Elisabeth's first few months as newlyweds?

6. What does Jim mean when he tells Elisabeth the churches are "still hollow with reality?"

7. Why does Elisabeth experience doubt upon the news of the Aucan spotting?

8. What are some of the responsibilities Jim has while living in Shandia?

9. Describe what happens when the ship makes port at Puna and the men disembark.

10. Give an example of how this chapter, Impelled by These Voices, exemplifies the theme that God is in control.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Some consider Jim Elliot's views on war, law, theology, and philosophy to be iconistic. What is your definition of iconistic? What does this term mean? Cite examples from the book demonstrating Jim's iconistic viewpoint on war, theology, law, and philosophy.

Essay Topic 2

Stemming from a Greek word, dichotomy is a division into two usually contradictory parts or opinions. The dichotomy of Jim's career ranging between being a preacher and garbage collector is expansive. How does Jim use the skills from both professions to carve out his future? How does Jim use oration skills to his advantage? What recycling and refuse skills are useful for Jim in his future endeavors? Cite examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

Fred Eliot, Jim's father, has to leave school as a young man to help with household duties due to an ill parent. For an individual with a strong mind, how does this childhood experience shape his personality? How does this experience shape Fred when raising his own children? Cite examples from the book to support your character analysis.

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