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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Fisby call to try to unload Lotus Blossom?
(a) He does not try to get rid of her.
(b) Col. Purdy.
(c) Major McEvoy at Awasi.
(d) Capt. McLean.

2. How are goods made in the U.S. according to this story?
(a) Hand-made at home.
(b) In factories, many at a time.
(c) Hand-crafted in villages.
(d) In city schools.

3. At the beginning of Act 2, Scene 1, where has Fisby been?
(a) Giving a speech on democracy.
(b) Walking along the beach.
(c) Meditating in the pine grove.
(d) Inspecting the sweet potato fields.

4. What does Capt. McLean say chemicals on plants will do?
(a) They will kill the earthworms.
(b) They are good for the plants.
(c) They will kill the plants.
(d) They put nitrogen in the soil.

5. How many castings do earthworms leave behind?
(a) Two times their own weight every day.
(b) Two times their own weight every week.
(c) Eight times their own weight every day.
(d) They don't leave behind castings.

Short Answer Questions

1. What has Maj. McEvoy accomplished in his village?

2. What should Fisby wear when he goes in the sun?

3. Sakini explains to Fisby that the village has had many invaders. What do the people do now to protect their treasures?

4. Why is the person or animal who jumps on right before the group leaves traveling?

5. In what language does Col. Purdy count his laundry items?

(see the answer key)

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