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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As described in the Preface, in which ocean are the whales hunted?
(a) Arctic.
(b) Indian.
(c) Atlantic.
(d) Pacific.

2. After having little luck off the coast of Chile, where does the Essex begin experiencing some success?
(a) Off the coast of Uruguay.
(b) Off the coast of Colombia.
(c) Off the coast of Argentina.
(d) Off the coast of Peru.

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

4. How is Pollard informed to set sail?
(a) He is told by a messenger.
(b) He receives a letter.
(c) He is told directly by the owners of the ship.
(d) He leaves according to the weather patterns.

5. What is the name given to the event of a harpooned whale dragging a boat at high speeds?
(a) Nantucket drag along.
(b) Nantucket sleigh ride.
(c) Nantucket pull through.
(d) Nantucket speeder.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes Chase's boat to get a hole in it as they approach another whale on November 20?

2. How far away from the first whale sighted do the men position themselves in the boats?

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

4. How are sailors paid?

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

(see the answer key)

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