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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. Who is supportive of the decision that Beryl makes in Nairobi?

2. Where does Beryl decide she would like to move after rescuing the hunting party?

3. What does Beryl find when she arrives at Ithumba?

4. Which is NOT an item given to Beryl for her historic flight?

5. What are Beryl and Blix looking for when out on an elephant scouting mission for a client?

Short Essay Questions

1. Beryl receives a telegram from Baron von Blixen. What is the content of the telegram?

2. What happens when Beryl lands on the airfield to retrieve Blix and Winston?

3. What is Denys Finch Hatton's idea to improve hunting?

4. What is Beryl's concern about her horse, Wise Child, in the Saint Leger race?

5. What news detracts from Beryl's accomplishment?

6. Who is the passenger of the plane that lands in Nairobi, and what condition is that passenger in?

7. What happens when Beryl flies to the hunters' camp at Ithumba?

8. What does Beryl learn about her feat after she returns to London?

9. Why were Beryl and Blix forced to stay grounded in Cairo for a week?

10. How does the idea for Beryl's transatlantic flight begin?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How do animals play a role in Beryl's life? What are the most significant things Beryl takes from her experience with them? Support your answer with examples from the book.

Essay Topic 2

How does Beryl depict the native Africans? Is the view romantic and Eurocentric or from the perspective of the native Africans? Describe Beryl's relationship with the native Africans. Do you think Beryl respects their customs and traditions? Why or why not? Cite examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

Beryl's father was an important figure in her life. What influence did he have on her? Support your answer with examples from the book.

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