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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. At the opening of the novel, which war is taking place?

2. What beverage do the Arabs drink on the terrace of the Cafe d'Eckmuhl-Noisuex?

3. Which of the following characters is a firm believer in omens?

4. What beverage does Tunner purchase for his travels to Boussif?

5. Where was Port at the time when his wallet was stolen?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How does Tunner attempt to comfort Kit when she is nervous on their train ride to Boussif?

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

4. What is Port's first impression of Eric Lyle?

5. How does Kit react when the Lyles invite her and Port to travel with them to Boussif?

6. What awkward moment ensues with Kit enjoys a cup of tea with M. Chaoui?

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

8. What small fight do Port and Kit get into while enjoying dinner at their hotel restaurant near the Lyle's?

9. What realization does Port have while riding on the train with Kit to Ain Krofra?

10. What information does Port learn about Eric while having breakfast with Mrs. Lyle in Boussif?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The town of Ain Krofra has a serious effect on all the travelers. First, describe the town of Ain Krofra. Why are the travelers so eager to get out of this town? What realization about happiness does Kit make while staying in Ain Krofra? How does this realization affect Kit's marriage to Port?

Essay Topic 2

All throughout her life, Kit has been obsessed with omens - both good and bad. First, explain where Kit learned to follow the signs of the universe. Then, choose at least two omens Kit saw in the novel and explain what these omens signified. Did the predictions come to pass? How did these events help to shape Kit's relationship with the supernatural world?

Essay Topic 3

While Port is at a brothel with Muhammad, he sees a dancer that he feels instantly connected to. First, describe the dancer that Port is infatuation with and explain what Port finds so alluring about the woman. Then, describe the woman's handicap. What do you think this handicap symbolizes in Port's lust? Finally, explain why Port never consummated his relationship with the woman. How did this fact affect Port's psychology?

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