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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Part 8, Chapters 37-45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the narrator, why does Thurso decide to have a man flogged?
(a) He is vindictive.
(b) He is delirious.
(c) To serve as a lesson to the rest.
(d) He is mentally ill.

2. What is the name of the play's new director?
(a) John Gibbons.
(b) David Williamson.
(c) Lawrence Carter.
(d) Henry Adams.

3. How many workers are killed on the Ship while it is being built?
(a) Seven..
(b) None.
(c) Five.
(d) Two.

4. Where is the play in Book One, Part One, rehearsed?
(a) In an old schoolhouse.
(b) At the Wolperts' home.
(c) Aboard the ship.
(d) In an abandoned theater.

5. What do Thurso and Barton plan to do when they reach shore?
(a) Throw the others overboard.
(b) Buy alcohol.
(c) Trade in gold dust.
(d) Abandon ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who asks Paris to be part of the ship's crew?

2. What benefit would Thurso get for lost cargo?

3. Who takes possible slaves aboard the ship?

4. What instrument does Sullivan play?

5. Who is present at every stage of the building of the ship?

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