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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to weather reports, what type of foul weather condition is taking place in Bermuda?
(a) A hail storm accompanied by tornados.
(b) A hurricane.
(c) A typhoon.
(d) A series of severe thunderstorms.

2. What took out the windows in the Andrea Gail in the midst of "The Perfect Storm"?
(a) Intense air pressure that built inside the cabin of the Andrea Gail during "The Perfect Storm".
(b) Wind-driven rain.
(c) Waves.
(d) Exceedingly strong gusts of wind.

3. In retrospect, what is the best label to attach to Junger's narrative in "The Perfect Storm"?
(a) Fantasy-based account of true events.
(b) Theoretical account of true events.
(c) Fictionalized account of true events.
(d) True account of true events.

4. According to author Sebastian Junger, what does a puncture wound from a swordfish mean?
(a) Instant infection.
(b) Instant death.
(c) Instant blood clotting.
(d) Instant blood poisoning.

5. Which of the following types of structures is NOT located on Sable Island today?
(a) A paper mill.
(b) A lighthouse.
(c) A Coast Guard station.
(d) An oil well.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the crew keeping in radio contact with when disaster strikes the Andrea Gail?

2. How many miles does the Andrea Gail log over the course of four days?

3. What is the primary reason that the English settle in Beauport around 1603?

4. The writing style of which popular author listed below, along with his respective work listed alongside his name can be compared to the writing style that is employed by Sebastian Junger in "The Perfect Storm"?

5. According to Junger, what year were spotter planes first used to locate fish?

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