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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As described in Chapter 1, what does the sighting of a comet indicate?
(a) There will be good weather for the next year.
(b) Something horrible is going to happen.
(c) There will be good weather for the next month.
(d) Something unusual is going to happen.

2. What is Nickerson's response to the captain's approach in introducing himself to the crew?
(a) He is impressed.
(b) He is surprised.
(c) He is confused.
(d) He is inspired.

3. What time does Chase order the men to prepare the ship for whaling in Chapter 2?
(a) Nine a.m.
(b) Seven a.m.
(c) Eight a.m.
(d) Six a.m.

4. How is the whale towed back to the ship after it is killed in Chapter 3?
(a) On its side.
(b) On its back.
(c) Head first.
(d) Tail first.

5. As the frustrations grow on the Essex, what complaint do the men bring to Pollard at the end of Chapter 3?
(a) More chores on the ship.
(b) Smaller food portions.
(c) Less sleep time.
(d) Unfair treatment by the first and second mate.

Short Answer Questions

1. What shape are the sails of the Essex?

2. After being damaged in the storm, who encourages Pollard to continue with the trip instead of returning to Nantucket?

3. Before his first whale kill, how many large mammals did Nickerson kill on Nantucket?

4. How is Pollard informed to set sail?

5. In 1810, how many women over the age of twenty- three are widowed?

(see the answer key)

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