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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. One of the side effects that larynospasm is known to cause is which of the following conditions?
(a) Low blood pressure.
(b) Diarrhea.
(c) Hearing loss.
(d) Double vision.

2. Which crew member aboard the Andrea Gail has had a premonition that he will die young at sea?
(a) Bugsy.
(b) Billy.
(c) Alfred.
(d) Murph.

3. What role does Graham Buschor play in the sea rescue attempt along the New Jersey coast?
(a) Rescue helicopter co-pilot.
(b) Emergency responder coordinator.
(c) Communications specialist.
(d) C-130 tanker plane pilot.

4. Who is in charge of the engine room aboard the Andrea Gail?
(a) Murph Murphy.
(b) Billy Tyne.
(c) Bob Shatford.
(d) Alfred Pierre.

5. According to Junger, who were the first to invent long line boats?
(a) The Canadians.
(b) The French.
(c) The Americans.
(d) The Koreans.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of refuge are the taverns around the fishing village in "The Perfect Storm" known to serve as for local fishermen?

2. According to Junger, there are waves that do not depend on wind, but rather on which of the following elements?

3. What is the name of the rescuer who takes every crew member of The Satori out of the rough, stormy waters and places them into a basket to be hoisted to safety?

4. What boat is Tommie Barrie on when he makes radio contact with Billy Tyne aboard the Andrea Gail?

5. What is Billy Tyne's primary reason for wanting to stay out longer aboard the Andrea Gail?

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