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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 58-60 | Chapter 61-63.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Stubb handle the strange situation?
(a) by writing in a diary.
(b) with a great deal of tension.
(c) with his sense of humor.
(d) by not thinking about it.

2. What do the plaques in the whaler's chapel remind Ishmael of?
(a) the heroism of whaling.
(b) the marks of distinction.
(c) the dangers of the sea.
(d) the time away from land.

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Ishmael digress after the first whales are spotted?

2. What is the name of the inn where Ishmael stays while waiting to go to Nantucket?

3. What is peculiar about the deck where Ahab walks?

4. Where is Captain Ahab as the crew begins coming aboard the Pequod?

5. What is the speculation about the noise coming from the after hold?

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