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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 20-21 | Chapters 22-25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What apology does Ishmael make about whalers?
(a) He explains why they are socially low.
(b) He agrees that whalers are low caste.
(c) He uses history to honor whalers.
(d) He defends their crude manners.

2. How does Ishmael recognize newcomers to whaling on the streets of New Bedford?
(a) They have on new Macintoshes.
(b) They look dazed.
(c) They are carrying large carpetbags.
(d) They do not know how to dress.

3. What is Ishmael's religious affiliation?
(a) Catholic.
(b) Presbyterian.
(c) Methodist.
(d) Quaker.

4. Who pilots the Pequod out of the Nantucket harbor?
(a) Bildad.
(b) Peleg.
(c) Ahab.
(d) Starbuck.

5. What accommodation is available for Ishmael at the inn in New Bedford?
(a) a closet.
(b) a shared room with a harpooner.
(c) a bunk in a communal room.
(d) a bench in the dining room.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Charity and what is her function regarding the Pequod?

2. At the Try Pots Inn in Nantucket, what is the staple menu?

3. What is the theme of MOBY DICK?

4. How does Queequeg manage to sign on with the Pequod after first being turned down?

5. What unusual thing does Queequeg do while putting on his boots?

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