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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many men were aboard the Sophia who were also aboard the Charlotte?
(a)
(b) 1
(c) 3
(d) 5

2. When is Stephen told he will meet Mr. Dillon?
(a) At the evening meal
(b) At breakfast
(c) At lunch
(d) As he reports for duty

3. Who did Jack send to tell Stephen he would not make it back to port in time for dinner?
(a) Mowett
(b) Brown
(c) Dillion
(d) King

4. Why didn't Jack recognize all of the dishes on the table from what they ordered?
(a) There was a language breakdown
(b) Stephen ordered some
(c) The waiter made mistakes in their order
(d) They wanted to try something new

5. What does the waiter bring to Jack after he tries to convince Stephen to come with him on the voyage?
(a) Dessert
(b) Another promotion for Jack
(c) Applications for sailors
(d) Packet of orders from Captain Harte

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is the best synonym for the word erudition in the following sentence: Stephen amazed Jack with his erudition in pointing out one special dish.

2. What is the elm-tree pump used for?

3. How many commands did Captain Jack have before this story was written?

4. Where is the setting as the novel opens?

5. What does Jack discount as a gnat in respect to Stephen joining the crew?

(see the answer key)

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