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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. What is the Basque language called?

2. What is cod pickled with in barrels?

3. John Smith renamed _____ "New England".

4. What is the air bladder of the cod used for in industry?

5. What were wind-dried whiting wetted with seawater to give them a special taste called?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Pacific cod compare to Atlantic cod?

2. How did the Vikings survive the desolate landscapes of Greenland and Stoneland?

3. Describe the Georges Bank and why this was a good fishing area for cod.

4. What happened in Grindavík, Iceland in 1532?

5. Where do the Basques live and how do they interpret their homeland?

6. Why were New Englanders first drawn to the Caribbean in terms of trade?

7. How did the Basques become known for preserving cod?

8. How did Britain show flexibility in its colonialism with North America?

9. What type of ocean currents do cod prefer?

10. What happened when New Englanders become entrepreneurs? How did this conflict with the intent of the British Crown?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What effect did the implementation of engine-powered trawlers have on the fishing industry? Describe these boats and their functions.

Essay Topic 2

What is the history of the relationship between salt and cod throughout Europe? Which areas were known for the best salt? What trade relationships were created by this?

Essay Topic 3

Describe dory fishing. What are some of its dangers? What are some of the legendary tales of the feats of dorymen?

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