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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT suggested as being at the narrator's left hand at the story's beginning?
(a) Blockhouses.
(b) Stone walls.
(c) Towers.
(d) A small ship.

2. What word does the mysterious man use to describe the tone of the skipper when being relieved of his duties?
(a) Dry.
(b) Monotonous.
(c) Impassioned.
(d) Morose.

3. How did the captain react after Legatt's story?
(a) He was clearly nervous.
(b) He was wondering what to do with Legatt.
(c) He remained calm.
(d) None of these.

4. What story does the skipper share with the captain?
(a) The story of an unknown stranger committing murder on his ship.
(b) The story of Legatt and the murder that took place.
(c) The story of Legatt mysteriously jumping overboard and committing suicide.
(d) The story of a man dying during a storm.

5. In what activity is the steward engaged when the captain goes below decks after the departure of the Sephora's skipper?
(a) Sweeping the floor.
(b) Setting the table.
(c) Polishing the silver.
(d) Repairing a door.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what does the captain tie the sovereigns so that Leggatt may safely carry them?

2. How did the captain treat the skipper?

3. Who states "It's a great satisfaction to have got somebody to understand. You seem to have been there in purpose"?

4. Where did the steward hang the wet coat?

5. What color are the skipper of the Sephora's eyes?

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