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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sakini walk so slowly?
(a) So his socks won't fall down.
(b) His shoes are too small.
(c) He was injured in the war.
(d) He's full from dinner.

2. What should Fisby be wearing out in the sun according to Col. Purdy?
(a) Uniform hat.
(b) A straw hat.
(c) His helmet.
(d) A baseball cap.

3. When Fisby tries to give a lecture to the crowd, Sakini stops him and explains that the villagers want to do something first. What?
(a) Ask about the school.
(b) Ask about America.
(c) Talk to Fisby.
(d) Give Fisby gifts.

4. What specific questions does Col. Purdy have for Fisby when he phones?
(a) Why there is nothing reported about the schoolhouse.
(b) Why Lotus Blossom is lecturing on democracy.
(c) Why they are building a teahouse.
(d) Why Sakini is now the mayor of the village.

5. Who is the 2nd-best carpenter in the village?
(a) Mr. Hokaida's father.
(b) Miss Higa Jiga's mother.
(c) Mr. Seiko.
(d) Mr. Sumata's father.

6. What is the daughter pushing when she arrives in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) A baby stroller.
(b) A wheelbarrow.
(c) A bike.
(d) A shopping cart.

7. When someone gives a cricket cage, what is not included?
(a) The handle.
(b) The cricket.
(c) The door.
(d) The wrapping.

8. How does Sakini get Fisby to let Lotus Blossom teach the other women in town?
(a) He tells Fisby that Lotus Blossom is a great singer.
(b) He tells Fisby that Lotus Blossom knows about democracy.
(c) He tells Fisby that Lotus Blossom is not a prostitute.
(d) He tells Fisby that Lotus Blossom is a wonderful actress.

9. What is Sakini chewing when the play begins?
(a) Juicy-fruit gum.
(b) Beef Jerky.
(c) Doughnuts.
(d) Tobacco.

10. Which villager speaks English other than Sakini?
(a) Mr. Seiko.
(b) Miss Higa Jiga.
(c) Lotus Blossom.
(d) Mr. Oshira.

11. What should Fisby wear when he goes in the sun?
(a) A helmet.
(b) Sunscreen.
(c) A kasa or straw hat.
(d) He takes an umbrella.

12. What does Mr. Oshira make?
(a) Cricket cages.
(b) Lacquered cups.
(c) School houses.
(d) Teahouses.

13. Where is the village located on the island where Fisby must go?
(a) At the bottom of the island.
(b) In the desert.
(c) In the middle of the island.
(d) On the coast.

14. Why do the villagers want to keep Mr. Omura as mayor?
(a) Because he is wise.
(b) Because he already owns a white coat.
(c) Because he has five crickets.
(d) Because he is a teacher.

15. What does Fisby ask Lotus Blossom to do when he takes the call from Col. Purdy?
(a) If she can turn off the electric fan.
(b) If she can stop the musicians.
(c) If she can stop talking.
(d) To see if she can go stop the hammering on the teahouse for a minute.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does it take a horse to travel to the village?

2. Why is the daughter going on the trip?

3. Where was Sakini born?

4. What gift does Mr. Sumata bring for Fisby?

5. To whom does Lotus Blossom pay her dues?

(see the answer keys)

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