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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the steamer Chris has signed on to work for?
(a) The Knickerbocker.
(b) The Sea Serpent.
(c) Londonderry.
(d) Bloomsbury.

2. What expression is Chris wearing when he returns to the cabin from his bedroom with his tin of beer?
(a) He is grinning.
(b) He looks despondent.
(c) A tired one.
(d) A look of gloominess.

3. How long was Burke rowing the boat without any help?
(a) Ten days.
(b) Four days.
(c) Two days.
(d) Six days.

4. What is the setting at the opening of Act 3?
(a) New Bedford.
(b) Kennebunkport.
(c) Providence.
(d) Boston.

5. What does Anna call Burke when he says she was in love with men in St. Paul?
(a) Dummy.
(b) Mutt.
(c) Silly.
(d) Ridiculous man.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Burke compare Anna to in Act 2 when he sees her for the first time?

2. What caused the red bruise on Burke's forehead?

3. What does Anna say she will have ready for them when they return from sea?

4. What reason does Chris give for never marrying again?

5. What is the weather in Act 4?

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