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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. Of what were the men who were punished aboard the Sophie accused?

2. Who did Jack call out and challenge to a duel?

3. What occupation does Mr. Florey practice?

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

5. When is Stephen told he will meet Mr. Dillon?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Mowett say as he is guiding Stephen down from the top of the ship?

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

3. How and why does Stephen defend Aubrey to Dillon?

4. What amazed Stephen while the crew was practicing beat to quarters?

5. What blunder did Jack tell Stephen he made with regards to Dillon?

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

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

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

9. Describe in detail what a sin-eater is.

10. Describe the kind of friend is Jack to Stephen and compare it to the kind of friend Stephen is to Jack.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Jack's fate throughout the novel. What does he covet? Do you think Jack deserves what happens to him throughout the novel? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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