The Sea-Wolf Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What does Captain Larsen do that offends the seal hunters? (from Chapters 16 - 21)

He docks their pay.

He cruelly punishes Cooky.

He threatens them with his pistol.

He tells them to take mess in steerage.

2.

How does Sea Wolf react when he realizes that some of the crew have exhibited "gallantry" toward Maud? (from Chapters 22 - 28)

By locking two men in the brig.

He docks them half of their pay.

He orders all the crew—including seal hunters—to take their meals in steerage instead of officers' mess.

He tells Maud to avoid the crew.

3.

What is the attitude of Maud and Humphrey upon discovering that Larson is alive aboard the ship wreckage? (from Chapters 29 - 39)

Fear and caution.

Wanting to help him survive.

Rejoicing and relief.

Plotting to kill him.

4.

What happens when Maud, Humphrey and Larsen engage in a drinking bout together? (from Chapters 22 - 28)

The two men rape Maud Brewster.

They engage in a fist fight.

They discuss the nature of free will.

Humphrey gets sick.

5.

How do crewmen view Humphrey Van Weyden? (from Chapters 16 - 21)

As an informer for Wolf Larsen.

With respect and awe for his learning.

As a laughingstock and land lubber.

As a closet homosexual.

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