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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long is it in between whale sightings in Chapter 3?
(a) Several months.
(b) Several hours.
(c) Several weeks.
(d) Several days.

2. Compared to the other seventy Nantucket whale ships, how is the Essex considered?
(a) Old, big, and lucky.
(b) New, big, and lucky.
(c) Old, small, and lucky.
(d) New, small, and lucky.

3. 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 inspired.
(d) He is confused.

4. How many whaleboats are loaded onto the Essex in Chapter 1?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) One.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. As the frustrations grow on the Essex, what complaint do the men bring to Pollard at the end of Chapter 3?

2. When does the loading of the Essex begin?

3. As described in Chapter 1, what does the sighting of a comet indicate?

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

5. How far have the men rescued by the Dauphin been sailing at the end of the Preface?

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