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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which provisions does the crew of the Essex plan to purchase at the Azores?
(a) Vegetables and livestock.
(b) Livestock and weapons.
(c) Vegetables and weapons.
(d) Vegetables, livestock, and weapons.

2. What happens to Hendricks' boat on January 14?
(a) It runs out of provisions.
(b) It catches fire.
(c) It starts leaking.
(d) It capsizes.

3. What do the men do with Cole when he begins ranting incoherently?
(a) They throw him overboard.
(b) They place him on a board.
(c) They attempt to reason with him.
(d) They knock him unconscious.

4. Why is the crew concerned about the Marquesas?
(a) There are rumors that the inhabitants are cannibals.
(b) Many other sailors have disappeared there.
(c) There are no supplies there.
(d) They are infested with insects.

5. When does the loading of the Essex begin?
(a) August 15.
(b) August 5.
(c) July 5.
(d) July 15.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what night do Pollard's boat and Hendricks' boat become separated?

2. What type of rock produces a spring for the men on December 22?

3. How old is Captain George Pollard, Jr. when he boards the Essex in Chapter 2?

4. How long does Pollard wait before being taken home on the Two Brothers?

5. How many masts does the Essex have as it sets sail in Chapter 2?

(see the answer key)

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