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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Joncour do for the rest of the year when he's not working?
(a) He writes on his novel.
(b) He reads to his wife.
(c) He rests.
(d) He plays with his children.

2. What kind of fleet of ships did the Americans bring to Japan?
(a) Gasoline-run ships.
(b) Steam-driven ships.
(c) Large rowing ships.
(d) Ships with 12 masts.

3. What is happening in America at the beginning of the novel?
(a) The Civil War.
(b) The pilgrims are landing at Plymouth.
(c) George Washington is President.
(d) Aircraft is being built.

4. Who bands together to pay for Joncour's expedition to Japan?
(a) The mayor and other politicians.
(b) The entire town.
(c) The king.
(d) All of the silk manufacturers.

5. What is the lake along the Chinese border that Joncour passes on his trip to Japan?
(a) Lake Hermosa.
(b) Lake Baikal.
(c) Lake Russia.
(d) Lake Bonsai.

Short Answer Questions

1. Once Europe has been exhausted of silk eggs, where does Joncour go for eggs first?

2. To whom did Baldabiou dedicate the building next to the silk factory?

3. How long does Joncour work with the eggs to prepare them for sale?

4. What does Baldabiou observe about the silkworm trade in 1861?

5. How much money does Joncour have for his trip to Japan?

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