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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In describing the Allmuseri language, Rutherford says the sounds they produce are like:
(a) Deep, melodious breaths.
(b) The sound of birds chattering at dawn.
(c) The rush of wind through the trees.
(d) Nails on a chalkboard.

2. When Rutherford sees the Allmuseri, what tribe does he describe them as taller than?
(a) Ashanti.
(b) Pygmy.
(c) Watusi.
(d) Zulu.

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

4. Why do the Allmuseri require no medication?
(a) They are resistant to all medications.
(b) They are immune to all diseases.
(c) They possess the ability to heal themselves.
(d) They rely entirely on natural remedies.

5. In the Allmuseri language, what part of speech is used instead of nouns?
(a) Pronouns.
(b) Adjectives.
(c) Adverbs.
(d) Verbs.

6. After the storm passes, what about Ngonyama sets him apart from all the others on board the ship?
(a) He is wearing a life jacket.
(b) He is encased in ice.
(c) He is naked.
(d) He is completely dry.

7. Where does Tommy stay for the rest of the voyage to New Orleans?
(a) Falcon's cabin.
(b) His hammock in the orlop.
(c) Cringle's cabin.
(d) In the cargo hold with the creature.

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

9. After talking with Isadora and Mr. Zeringue, where does Rutherford go that turns out to be filled with sailors?
(a) A restaurant.
(b) The docks.
(c) A pub.
(d) A store.

10. Isadora warns Rutherford that he is not _________.
(a) Classy.
(b) Likable.
(c) Bright.
(d) Common.

11. How much pay does Falcon offer Rutherford (an offer that Rutherford accepts) to remain part of the crew?
(a) None.
(b) Ten percent of the earnings.
(c) Twenty-five percent of the earnings.
(d) Five percent of the earnings.

12. Isadora agrees to pay off Rutherford's debt if he agrees to what?
(a) Marry her the next day.
(b) Kill Mr. Zeringue.
(c) Work aboard the Republic.
(d) Kill Santos.

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

14. After the storm, who stands up to Cringle regarding the poor condition of the ship?
(a) Squibb.
(b) Terrence Meadows.
(c) Matthew McGaffin.
(d) Captain Falcon.

15. What is Captain Falcon's opinion of the war against England?
(a) Brilliantly planned, but full of military mistakes.
(b) Stupid, but masterfully executed.
(c) Brilliantly planned and masterfully executed.
(d) Stupid and full of military mistakes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Isadora tell Rutherford he should do instead of constantly getting drunk?

2. How does Tommy wind up being the first to try to look at the mysterious cargo inside the crate?

3. Why does Squibb walk with a limp?

4. What does Captain Falcon consider himself?

5. After Rutherford's new friend passes out from alcohol, what does Rutherford do?

(see the answer keys)

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