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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. What does the captain tell Rutherford he must do, no matter what happens?
2. About whom does Rutherford find himself thinking as he writes in the ship's log?
3. When Ngonyama falls ill, what does Squibb diagnose him with?
4. As Rutherford observes the condition of the slaves, what does he decide about Captain Falcon?
5. When Baleka comes to check on Rutherford, what does he notice about how she displays feelings?
Short Essay Questions
1. After Rutherford is thrown into the water, he sees the Allmuseri grabbing onto wood and debris to stay afloat; however, they are still very close to the ship. What happens to nearly all of the Allmuseri when the ship goes below the surface?
2. Captain Falcon tells Rutherford the names of the Republic's three financiers. Who are they?
3. When Rutherford first awakens after fainting while feeding the Allmuseri god, Squibb is feeding him a piece of steak that turns out to be Cringle's flesh. How did Cringle wind up as Rutherford's dinner?
4. When Cringle decides to begin the mutiny and sends Rutherford to Falcon's cabin, what happens to Fletcher?
5. One night, Cringle tells Rutherford about his father. How does Cringle describe his father's attitude towards money and the rich?
6. When another ship is sighted, what does Diamelo suggest doing about it?
7. Why do the Allmuseri spit at visitors' feet?
8. After the ceremony the Allmuseri hold to cleanse the ship after the uprising, what does Ngonyama send Rutherford to do?
9. The night Rev. Chandler dies, he dismisses both brothers from his service. What does Rev. Chandler specifically tell Jackson about his efforts to help him?
10. When another storm comes up, Ngonyama helps Rutherford up to the deck just as an explosion rocks the boat. What appears to be the cause of the explosion?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In an essay, explain and analyze how the Republic's state of constant disrepair symbolizes the deterioration of the crew's relationship with Captain Falcon. Use examples from the text.
Essay Topic 2
Using the text as backup, demonstrate and explain how the key that Rutherford gives Ngonyama in Entry 5 symbolizes the trust that is developing between the two men.
Essay Topic 3
In an essay, explain and analyze how the Republic's state of constant disrepair symbolizes the destructive effect of the slave industry on American society, both in New Orleans and throughout the South. Use examples from the text.
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