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In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex Quiz

Nathaniel Philbrick
This Study Guide consists of approximately 52 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of In the Heart of the Sea.

In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex Quiz

Nathaniel Philbrick
This Study Guide consists of approximately 52 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of In the Heart of the Sea.

Take our free In the Heart of the Sea quiz below, with 25 multiple choice questions that help you test your knowledge. Determine which chapters, themes and styles you already know and what you need to study for your upcoming essay, midterm, or final exam. Take the free quiz now!

Directions: Click on the correct answer.

Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

How long does it take the whale to revive after the collision before preparing to ram the boat again? (from Chapter 5)

2.

According to one naval architect, what might have helped the Essex withstand the whale's attack? (from Chapter 5)

3.

After seventeen days in the boats, how far have the men sailed at the end of Chapter 7? (from Chapter 7)

4.

What do the men do in order to prevent water from splashing over the edges of the remaining boats? (from Chapter 6)

5.

Whose ideas is it to repair the bottom of the boat by holding a hatchet against the plank from underwater? (from Chapter 8)

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