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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 happens by the time Jim finalizes his passport to Ecuador?

2. Why doesn't Jim return home at Christmas?

3. Who wants to visit Jim in Ecuador?

4. What do Jim and Lucas recite during Holy Week?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What is the significance of Elisabeth coming to Ecuador?

3. Where does Jim pray the Lord will place him in His service?

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

5. What is the significance of the allegory of the chrysanthemums?

6. What is the significance of Ed McCully's letter letting Jim know that he is leaving school to become a full time emissary of Christ?

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

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

9. What is the significance for Jim of Paul's passage to Corinthians, "it is a matter of share and share alike"?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Wheaton College is a four-year liberal arts interdenominational college. Although the college has changed since 1945 when Jim Elliot attended, what characteristics do you think encourage Jim to attend Wheaton College? Why do you think Jim chooses a religious interdenominational college versus a public institution? How does this religious education round out Jim's personality?

Essay Topic 3

The primary purpose of missionary effort is to plant Christian churches in remote, indigenous areas. The specific missionary goal is to help these emerging churches become self-propagating, self-governing, and self-supporting. In your opinion, does Jim Elliot succeed in this missionary goal? Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

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