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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In a late-night conversation, Brown and Jones talk about their official jobs titles, which are vague. What does this tell the reader about their relationship?
(a) They speak the truth only when it is proven that the other one will not betray.
(b) They are not honest with each other or the Haitians.
(c) They prefer to play games with the truth.
(d) They reveal details only when they know each other better.

2. When Brown steps off the ship, who fills the port?
(a) Tonton Macoutes.
(b) Beggars.
(c) Taxi drivers.
(d) Postal employees.

3. What beverage do the Smiths drink most often while onboard the ship?
(a) Coca-Cola.
(b) Rum.
(c) Orange juice.
(d) Water.

4. When Brown surveys his desk in his study, what is missing?
(a) A paper-weight that looks like a coffin.
(b) A picture of his mother.
(c) A letter from Martha.
(d) His cashbox and two cigars.

5. During the ship's night of entertainment, what does Mr. Baxter recite?
(a) A poem he wrote himself.
(b) A song from his childhood.
(c) A poem written by an unknown German.
(d) A poem written by a fellow soldier.

Short Answer Questions

1. Rather than participating in the night of entertainment, what does Mr. Fernandez do?

2. What is the usual progression of Brown's relationship with Martha?

3. Starting in Part 1, Chapter 1, what problem does Brown have with Jones's name?

4. How often does the captain dine with the passengers while on their voyage?

5. As Doctor Magiot and Brown are talking, Petit Pierre arrives. Why does he come?

(see the answer key)

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