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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On which country's coast is the Dauphin traveling when it spots the smaller boat?
(a) Argentina's.
(b) Venezuela's.
(c) Brazil's.
(d) Chile's.

2. Why does Pollard think that backtracking to the Galapagos Islands is impossible in Chapter 6?
(a) Because of the distance.
(b) Because of the uncertainty of how to get back to them.
(c) Because of the waves around the islands.
(d) Because of the wind direction.

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

4. After being rescued by the Dauphin, how many captains join Pollard for dinner at the end of Chapter 12?
(a) Four.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

5. When does Cole die?
(a) February 7.
(b) February 10.
(c) February 8.
(d) February 9.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does the crew of the Essex remain by the wrecked ship?

2. After stopping at the Cape Verde Islands in Chapter 3, how many spare whale boats does the Essex now have?

3. On what day does Pollard reach St. Mary's Island?

4. Which one of the Galapagos Islands is the crew of the Essex on when they discover a leak in the ship?

5. What year is it when Chapter 12 begins?

(see the answer key)

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