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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Shrouds.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Jessie comforted by a cockroach in his hammock?
(a) It makes it less real to him.
(b) It reminds him of land.
(c) It makes him feel less alone.
(d) It reminds him that this is temporary.

2. Why is Jessie late coming home at the beginning of the book?
(a) He was visiting his aunts.
(b) He was detained at school.
(c) He was at the slave market.
(d) He was playing with his friends.

3. How much does the Captain pay for each slave?
(a) $20.
(b) $10.
(c) $15.
(d) $5.

4. How long has Jessie been at sea when the wind dies?
(a) 4 weeks.
(b) 2 weeks.
(c) 3 weeks.
(d) 5 weeks.

5. What is Jessie's mother's occupation?
(a) Singer.
(b) Seamstress.
(c) Butter Churner.
(d) Maid.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is Jessie when he is put on the ship?

2. What animal does Jessie think Purvis resembles?

3. What is Jessie taken away in?

4. Where does Jessie live at the beginning of the book?

5. What does Purvis say makes cooks so angry?

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