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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 is the subject matter of the sermon in the chapel?
(a) Jonah and the whale.
(b) Balam and the ass.
(c) preparing for death.
(d) the creation of sea creatures.

2. What is Queequeg's amusing story about the ship captain attending a wedding in his father's court?
(a) he danced on the table.
(b) he wore a grass skirt.
(c) he used the punch bowl as a finger bowl.
(d) he tried to kiss the bride.

3. What unusual thing does Queequeg do while putting on his boots?
(a) turns around three times.
(b) crawls under the bed.
(c) sits on the floor.
(d) jumps up on top of the bed.

4. What is Ishmael's profession before signing on the whaling ship?
(a) bank clerk.
(b) merchant marine.
(c) schoolmaster.
(d) newspaper reporter.

5. What is the theme of MOBY DICK?
(a) cooperation.
(b) expectations.
(c) revenge.
(d) madness.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Elijah challenge Ishmael to find the men he saw heading for the Pequod?

2. What accommodation is available for Ishmael at the inn in New Bedford?

3. What does Queequeg use to reach his food?

4. What purpose does the mad Elijah serve in the story?

5. How does Queequeg distinguish himself on the trip to Nantucket?

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