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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which direction is Chase's boat floating in Chapter 11?
(a) West.
(b) East.
(c) North.
(d) South.

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 Argentina.
(c) Off the coast of Peru.
(d) Off the coast of Colombia.

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

4. Which one of the following is not done when Joy dies?
(a) He is buried at sea.
(b) He is sewn up in his clothes.
(c) A stone is tied to his feet.
(d) A letter from the men is placed inside his pocket.

5. What causes Chase's boat to get a hole in it as they approach another whale on November 20?
(a) Chase kicks the side of the boat out of frustration.
(b) The whale's tail hits the boat.
(c) The harpoon inadvertently crashes into the side of the boat.
(d) A bolt of lightning strikes the boat.

Short Answer Questions

1. As described in the Preface, in which ocean are the whales hunted?

2. While repairing the Essex's leak, what else do the men gather in Chapter 4?

3. How many whale boats does the crew of the Essex lose after the first encounter with two whales in Chapter 3?

4. What is the mood of the men on November 26?

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

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