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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many men are in the small boat when it is first mentioned in the preface?
(a) Five.
(b) Two.
(c) Fifteen.
(d) Eight.

2. 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) Six a.m.
(d) Eight a.m.

3. Which fictional novel was inspired by the sinking of the Essex?
(a) 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.
(b) The Cruel Sea.
(c) Treasure Island.
(d) Moby Dick.

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

5. After being damaged in the storm, who encourages Pollard to continue with the trip instead of returning to Nantucket?
(a) Only Chase.
(b) Nickerson and Joy.
(c) Only Joy.
(d) Chase and Joy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What surprises Nickerson about Chase while they are on the sea?

2. How far off the coast of New England is Nantucket located?

3. How long are the shifts that each man serves on watching the decks during the evenings in Chapter 2?

4. When does the loading of the Essex begin?

5. When did English settlers begin arriving in Nantucket?

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