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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. Which harpooner is chosen by Starbuck?
(a) Tashtego.
(b) Ishmael.
(c) Queequeg.
(d) Daggoo.

2. Why does Elijah challenge Ishmael to find the men he saw heading for the Pequod?
(a) they are figments of Ishmael's imagination.
(b) they are criminals sabotaging the Pequod.
(c) they will not board with Captain Ahab.
(d) they are ghosts and not real men.

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

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

5. What does Queequeg use to reach his food?
(a) his harpoon.
(b) a long stick.
(c) a small lasso.
(d) his long arms.

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. Who is the second mate on board the Pequod?

4. Who is the chaplain of the whaler's place of worship?

5. Which ship does Ishmael select for him and Queequeg to sign on?

(see the answer key)

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