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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 38.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At Marlow's business meeting, what is the name of the admiral who ruins the plot of the man from Madagascar's business scheme?
(a) Admiral Richey.
(b) Admiral Grandon.
(c) Admiral Pierre.
(d) Admiral Elliot.

2. According to Marlow's tale, what item does Brown steal that results in Brown's inclusion in Jim's story?
(a) A slave.
(b) A schooner.
(c) Gold.
(d) Jewel.

3. How does Chester die?
(a) His ship is struck by a schooner in the fog.
(b) He is killed when his crew mutinies.
(c) He is shot in the Amazon jungle.
(d) His ship is caught in a hurricane.

4. How many people are aboard Chester's ship when it leaves the Australian port and steams into the Pacific Ocean?
(a) 15 people.
(b) 36 people.
(c) 47 people.
(d) 22 people.

5. After being captured by Spanish officials, where is Brown forced to dock his ship?
(a) Madrid.
(b) Batu Kring.
(c) Zamboanga.
(d) Patusan.

Short Answer Questions

1. One night, Cornelius approaches Jim with an offer to get Jim safe passage away from Patusan. How much does Cornelius offer to charge Jim?

2. How many members of Brown's crew come ashore in the hopes of catching the natives unaware?

3. How does Jim characterize his stay in his new lodging arrangement after he leaves Doramin's home?

4. When Marlow thinks Jim is contemplating suicide while standing out on his balcony, what does Marlow think suicide would be for Jim?

5. In their haste to escape from their captors, what do Brown and his crew neglect to do?

(see the answer key)

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