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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Jessie first meet the Captain?
(a) In the forecastle.
(b) On the poop deck.
(c) In the hold.
(d) At his cabin.

2. What is the name of the ship Jessie is taken to?
(a) The North Star.
(b) The Midnight.
(c) The Moonlight.
(d) The Star.

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

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

5. What does Purvis try to do unsuccessfully as they near the ship?
(a) Navigate the small boat.
(b) Calm Jessie down.
(c) Catch some fresh fish.
(d) Play Jessie's fife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Captain do when he first meets Jessie?

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

3. Who takes Jessie to see the Captain?

4. What is Purvis's job on the ship?

5. What is Jessie told he will be doing on the ship?

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