Lord Jim | Short Question Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Chapter 1 | Chapter 2

1. In the story's opening chapter, what is Jim's occupation?

A water clerk.

2. How many brothers does Jim have?

Four.

3. Where does Jim learn his sailing skills?

From the mercantile marines.

4. How long does Jim's sailing training last?

Two years.

5. On board ship, Jim is injured and unable to work. What happens?

A falling spar hit Jim.

6. What is the name of the ship that Jim takes the job of chief mate on?

The Patna.

Chapter 3 | Chapter 4

1. On board, Jim witnesses a drunken man verbally abusing the captain. Who is the drunkard?

The engineer.

2. As the captain and the drunken man are fighting, what happens to the ship?

The ship runs across something.

3. Where is Jim when the captain and the drunken man are fighting?

On the ship's bridge.

4. What order does...
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