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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Entry 8: August 1, 1830.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Cringle have a sixth sense about?
(a) Death.
(b) Illness.
(c) People.
(d) Disaster.

3. When the mate named Fletcher comes into the meeting room, what news does he have for the mutineers?
(a) The captain's men have caught wind of the mutiny and have begun killing the crew.
(b) The captain's men have caught wind of the mutiny and have abandoned ship.
(c) The slaves have escaped and are revolting.
(d) Everything is in place and the mutiny can start whenever the men are ready.

4. Reverend Chandler tells Jackson and Rutherford they are ____________.
(a) Being sold to his neighbor.
(b) Free to leave.
(c) Inheriting the entire plantation.
(d) Being conscripted into the army.

5. According to Rutherford, what are Falcon's legs shorter than?
(a) His captain's chair.
(b) His chart table.
(c) His bed.
(d) His dining table.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main thing that Rutherford notices about the Republic?

2. After the cargo is brought on board, what does Captain Falcon put Rutherford in charge of?

3. How much does Mr. Zeringue tell Rutherford he owes him?

4. Where does Cringle send Rutherford to discuss the mutiny plans?

5. Why does Squibb walk with a limp?

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