Joshua Slocum | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Chapters 1-5

1. Chapter 1 begins with Slocum in Nova Scotia. How is the Canadian province described?

2. How does Joshua Slocum describe the people of Nova Scotia?

3. What is Joshua Slocum's relationship with his father? How is John Slocum described?

4. Describe some of Slocum's earlier voyages. Which boat was used for this new pastime?

5. Explain the dilemma faced by Slocum when his boat was wrecked.

6. Name at least one of the options being considered by Slocum while he was in Boston.