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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does it take for Charlotte to become more comfortable on the ship?

2. What is it about the crew that Charlotte is entertained by?

3. What does Charlotte throw a knife at while she is sick?

4. Where does Captain Jaggery say all the arms aboard the ship are?

5. How does the man who takes Charlotte to the ship look when he comes back from his meeting with the captain?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who greets Charlotte on the ship and what does he say to her?

2. What does Charlotte do when she first wakes up after being sick?

3. Who does Charlotte consider telling about her experience in the cargo hold, and why doesn't she?

4. What happens after Charlotte's candle goes out in the cargo hold?

5. How does Charlotte feel about what Zachariah tells her as she is led to the captain's cabin?

6. What does Zachariah make for Charlotte, and why?

7. What does Mr. Barlow say to Charlotte as he takes her to look through her chest?

8. What does Captain Jaggery ask Charlotte to do for him after her illness?

9. What happens while Zachariah is being whipped?

10. What does Charlotte do with the gift Zachariah gives her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Betrayal was a theme introduced at the very beginning of this book. How does this constant stream of betrayal affect the outcome of the plot, and which characters were most affected by it?

Essay Topic 2

Charlotte endures many different trials before the end of the book. What are some of these trials and what lessons does she learn through these experiences?

Essay Topic 3

What role does symbolism play in the story and where does it appear? How is the plot altered by the presence of these symbols?

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