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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 32-33 | Chapters 34-35.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Ishmael foreshadow Starbuck's behavior throughout the novel?
(a) He remains the valiant and moral person he first appears to be.
(b) He changes into a madman.
(c) He loses all his moral values and tries to kill Ahab.
(d) He becomes fearful and mutinous.

2. What characteristics does Ishmael assign to Starbuck, the chief mate?
(a) ignorance and brashness.
(b) impetuousness and anger.
(c) elegance and sophistication.
(d) common sense and intelligence.

3. How do Ishmael and Queequeg transport their baggage to the boat bound for Nantucket?
(a) on a hay cart.
(b) in a wheelbarrow.
(c) on their backs.
(d) in a taxi.

4. How does Queequeg distinguish himself on the trip to Nantucket?
(a) by catching a large fish for dinner.
(b) by winning an arm wrestling match.
(c) by climbing to the top of the mast.
(d) by saving a man who fell overboard.

5. Who is the chaplain of the whaler's place of worship?
(a) Father Elm.
(b) Father Maple.
(c) Father Pine.
(d) Father Sycamore.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What do Peleg and Bildad do once the Pequod is in the Atlantic Ocean?

4. What type of whale is Moby Dick, the whale they are searching for?

5. What is Ishmael's religious affiliation?

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