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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, pages 134-150 and Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens to end Taparica's torture?
(a) The powder magazine explodes
(b) His tormentors give up
(c) The king intervenes
(d) He tells them what they want to know

2. What is Taparica the Tambour wearing when Francisco arrives?
(a) Brown sandals
(b) A loose-fitting dress coat
(c) A top hat
(d) A ragged Turkish rug

3. What does one family member say a cowrie shell was used for in the United States?
(a) Something to write on
(b) Money
(c) Decoration
(d) Fuel

4. What does Herr Raabe want to train Cesario to be?
(a) A bookkeeper
(b) A ship's mate
(c) A radio operator
(d) A trader

5. How many days pass during which the professor could not come to shore because of bad weather?
(a) Five
(b) Fifty-five
(c) Fifteen
(d) Fifty

Short Answer Questions

1. In what month does the king go to war?

2. Which statement is true of Mr. George Lawson?

3. What is the souvenir Francisco provides to visiting French dignitaries?

4. What musical instrument is being played as the memorial event takes place?

5. Why did the Portuguese boat stop at Popos?

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