In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex Quiz Questions | Quiz: Preface to Chapter 11

Quiz: Preface to Chapter 11

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

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. Which of the following is not included in the list of troubles that the bad weather causes for the Essex in Chapter 4?
a) Loss of direction.
b) It is difficult to raise the whale boats.
c) There is no stability when cutting up the whale blubber.
d) It is difficult to lower the whale boats.

2. What discovery does the crew make on November 26?
a) They are very close to South America.
b) They sailed past South America.
c) They are sailing towards South America.
d) They are sailing parallel to South America.

3. How many miles does it take the crew to set and trim the sails of the Essex?
a) More...
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