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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book 2: Part 2, what is the main concern of Wika?
(a) His son's whereabouts.
(b) His mother's expectations.
(c) His past mistakes.
(d) His health.

2. In Book 2: Part 1, why does David feel it is essential to avoid thinking about his father?
(a) Thinking about his father is emotionally distressing.
(b) He does not love his father.
(c) His father is abusive.
(d) His father is in jail.

3. In Book 1: Part 18, why does David claim he declined Mister Griffith's offer?
(a) He believes the offer was not genuine.
(b) He is not in love with Mister Griffith.
(c) He prefers to be with his grandfather.
(d) He had a falling out with Mister Griffith.

4. In Book 2: Part 1, what is the significance of the party's location (Charles's house) in the story?
(a) It highlights the opulence of Charles's lifestyle.
(b) It serves as a backdrop for David's internal conflict.
(c) It symbolizes David's reluctance to attend the party.
(d) It represents Peter's last wish.

5. In Book 2: Part 1, what is the main reason David feels like a child around Charles?
(a) Their age difference.
(b) Charles's butler, Adams.
(c) David's own insecurities.
(d) Charles's condescending attitude.

6. In Book 1: Part 19, how does David react upon entering the boardinghouse room when Edward is not there?
(a) He searches the room for hidden secrets.
(b) He begins rearranging Edward's belongings.
(c) He becomes emotional and starts crying.
(d) He immediately starts reading Edward's letters.

7. In Book 1: Chapter 5, what is the atmosphere like in the café David and Edward visit?
(a) Noisy and crowded.
(b) Elegant and sophisticated.
(c) Cramped and rustic.
(d) Quiet and serene.

8. In Book 1: Chapter 6, what does Edward Bishop do for a living?
(a) He is a professional musician.
(b) He is a cook's assistant.
(c) He is an artist's model.
(d) He works as a teacher at the institute.

9. In Book 2: Part 2, who pays for electricity and other supplies at Lipo-wao-nahele?
(a) Uncle William.
(b) Edward.
(c) The clerk from the office.
(d) Wika's mother.

10. In Book 2: Part 2, what does the trumpet bush in the front yard look like to the son?
(a) An upside-down tulip tree.
(b) A cornet.
(c) A trumpet.
(d) A bell of a cornet.

11. In Book 2: Part 2, what does Wika identify as the trigger for recalling memories?
(a) A familiar scent.
(b) The sound of a bell.
(c) Hearing about his son's visit.
(d) Mention of New York.

12. In Book 1: Chapter 3, what connection does Charles Griffith have to the West?
(a) He has visited the West as a tourist.
(b) He has never been to the West.
(c) He was born in the West.
(d) He lived in the West for business reasons.

13. In Book 2: Part 2, how do the townspeople react to Wika's family during the visits to Lā‘ie?
(a) They are disrespectful.
(b) They express admiration and gratitude.
(c) They bow and call him Prince.
(d) They are indifferent.

14. In Book 1: Chapter 8, why does David initially feel a sense of shame and frustration regarding marriage?
(a) He thinks marriage is only about companionship.
(b) He is annoyed at the idea of getting married.
(c) He believes marriage will result in a dull and colorless life.
(d) He is worried about being controlled by his grandfather.

15. In Book 2: Part 1, how does David feel about wearing suits?
(a) He dislikes wearing suits and prefers casual attire.
(b) He only wears suits at work.
(c) He enjoys wearing suits and wears them every day.
(d) He wears suits to please Charles.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book 1: Part 17, what does David's grandfather show him upon his return?

2. In Book 1: Part 12, what reason does David give his grandfather for not returning home that night?

3. In Book 2: Part 2, how does Wika feel about Kawika's visits to Lipo-wao-nahele?

4. In Book 2: Part 1, what does David think about his role in his relationship with Charles?

5. In Book 1: Chapter 2, What is David's primary occupation or role in the family's charitable foundation?

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