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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the prostitutes in Marhnia's story long to do in the desert?

2. How does Kit feel about traveling with the Lyles?

3. What do Kit and Tunner eat for breakfast as they are waiting for Port to return home from his walk?

4. What does Port do while Kit and Tunner take a walk together?

5. What part of Port's body is lost in his reoccurring dream?

Short Essay Questions

1. What story does Marhnia tell Port about the three prostitutes?

2. Why does Port believe that Eric Lyle stole his passport?

3. How does Lieutenant D'Armagnac react when hears that Port's passport has been stolen?

4. How does Kit respond when Port does not come home the morning after their big fight?

5. How does Port react to Marhnia's story about the prostitutes?

6. What is the travelers' first impressions of the town of Ain Krofra?

7. When does Port's enjoyment of Mrs. Lyle's bickering finally begin to fade?

8. What is the reaction from Tunner and Kit to Port's disturbing dream?

9. Who is Mohammad?

10. What woman does Port fall in love with while at the brothel before leaving for Bou Noura?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Both Kit and Tunner have very personal, romantic relationships with the sky. First, describe Tunner's relationship with the sky and what he feels the sky symbolizes. Then, compare/contrast his views with Kit's views and what Kit feels the sky symbolizes. Finally, explain the title of the novel. Which character's view of the sky do you think is represented in the title? How can you tell?

Essay Topic 2

Eric Lyle and his mother prove to be important catalysts propelling change in the characters of the novel. First, describe Eric Lyle and his mother. What aspects of their characters are called into question as the novel progresses? What is the true identity of Eric and Mrs. Lyle? How does the truth about their characters come to light?

Essay Topic 3

Port Moresby and George Tunner have two diametrically opposed views of travel. First, describe Port Moresby's personal view of travel and compare/contrast that to George Tunner's personal view of travel. Then, explain how these opposing views of travel lend themselves to an interesting partnership between the two travelers, citing examples from the text to strengthen your argument.

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