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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who sabotaged Jack's chances for acquiring the French privateer?

2. For which of the following did Dillon earn notoriety?

3. What occupation does Mr. Florey practice?

4. Which of the following is a square hole beside the mast?

5. About how far was the recoil when the guns were fired?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do the orders that the waiter brings from Captain Harte basically tell Jack?

2. To what is Stephen's sense of duty linked and how is this reflected by his chosen profession?

3. What transportation does Jack utilize to approach his new ship?

4. What secret information was included in the packet of information Captain Harte sent to Jack?

5. Describe where the opening scene of this novel takes place and be sure to include descriptions of the actions occurring as well as the setting.

6. What changes Jack's behavior at the party thrown by the Hartes and how does it change?

7. Where is Jack staying and why does he share this information with his neighbor?

8. Why does Jack decide to proceed the pursuance of the vessel in silence?

9. Describe the sky which Jack viewed as he looked to the West and its importance to the story.

10. What surprise faced Jack when he went to face the Admiral and what was special about this surprise?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does Stephen rationalize the things he sees while aboard the Sophie? Do you think this is a valid method? Do you think he should have taken different actions? If so what actions should he have taken?

Essay Topic 2

In what way might the accidents and difficulties aboard the ship be a reflection of Jack as a captain? Do you believe they should be a reflection of Jack's ability to be a captain? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Evaluate the statement that Jack is a character with some ignorance and prejudice, but also has a willingness to grow. Support your evaluation with information from the text. Would anyone reading the text agree with your supposition?

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