In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex Quiz Questions | Quiz: Preface to Chapter 1

Quiz: Preface to Chapter 1

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

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. How many men are in the small boat when it is first mentioned in the preface?
a) Five.
b) Fifteen.
c) Two.
d) Eight.

2. According to the Preface, what is the primary reason for whale hunting?
a) Food.
b) Clothing.
c) Oil.
d) Sport.

3. How long does the average hunt for a sperm whale take?
a) Six months to a year.
b) One to two years.
c) Two to three years.
d) One to two months.

4. How many men normally would attempt to approach, harpoon, and kill the whale?
a) Four.
b) Eight.
c) Six.
d) Two.

5. How far have the men rescued by the Dauphin been sailing at the end...
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