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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What strange thing happens on shore when Jessie gets to the Bight of Benin?
(a) The water is infested with sharks.
(b) The shore is on fire.
(c) Strong waves prevent them from docking.
(d) They strike a coral reef.

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

3. Where does Stout hide Jessie's fife?
(a) In the Captain's cabin.
(b) In the hold.
(c) On the rat run.
(d) In the Galley.

4. How long does the ship sit near the land?
(a) 7 days.
(b) 3 days.
(c) 6 days.
(d) 4 days.

5. What kind of sickness does Jessie get after playing for the slaves a few times?
(a) A head cold.
(b) A headache.
(c) A skin rash.
(d) A stomach pain.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many times is Jessie flogged when he runs away from his duty?

2. What is Jessie taken away in?

3. Why does Ned say his involvement with the slaves is different than the other men?

4. Who flogged Jessie?

5. Where does Jessie go to be alone when they are so close to land?

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