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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Embarkation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the ship dock on the third day of sailing?
(a) Nassau, Bahamas
(b) Sand Diego, California
(c) Miami, Florida
(d) Havana, Cuba

2. The novel explores the personal dynamics among _____________.
(a) Relatives
(b) Ex-spouses
(c) College roommates
(d) Strangers

3. To where is La Condesa headed?
(a) Tenerife
(b) Tel Aviv
(c) Trenton
(d) Telluride

4. What is the name of the Baumgartners' eight-year-old son?
(a) Klaus
(b) Harry
(c) Howard
(d) Hans

5. What is the mood of the passengers?
(a) Irritable
(b) Buoyant
(c) Sullen
(d) Sad

Short Answer Questions

1. In what Mexican city does the novel begin?

2. For what German city is the ship bound?

3. What is the feeling of most of the passengers regarding Mexico?

4. Why is Herr William Freytag returning to Germany?

5. Where are the characters going?

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