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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Entry 3: June 23, 1830.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the main thing that Rutherford notices about the Republic?
(a) The lack of proper safety equipment.
(b) The absence of civility and manners.
(c) The stench and filthiness below deck.
(d) The absence of women.

2. Captain Ebenezer Falcon has a reputation for being:
(a) Ruthless.
(b) Kind.
(c) Cruel.
(d) Incompetent.

3. At the beginning of Entry 2, what does Rutherford say wakes him up?
(a) A pistol pressed against his stomach.
(b) A knife pressed against his neck.
(c) A knife pressed against his stomach.
(d) A pistol pressed against his head.

4. How many lines of a book had Captain Falcon taught himself to read at once?
(a) Two.
(b) Sixteen.
(c) Six.
(d) Eight.

5. The sailor that Rutherford meets in Entry 1 is taking the position of ____________ aboard Captain Falcon's ship.
(a) Cook.
(b) Quartermaster.
(c) Boatswain.
(d) First Mate.

Short Answer Questions

1. Captain Falcon asks Rutherford to be his ____________ around the crew.

2. What prophecy of Reverend Chandler about him does Rutherford say comes true in Entry 3?

3. What position does Peter Cringle hold aboard the Republic?

4. What is the name of the black man who brings Rutherford to Mr. Zeringue?

5. Who does Cringle tell Rutherford is already aboard the ship when Rutherford presents his (stolen) work papers?

(see the answer key)

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