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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What time does "The Perfect Storm" hit?
(a) 12 Midnight.
(b) 9:30 P.M.
(c) 7 P.M.
(d) 10:30 P.M.
2. Why is Albert Johnston careful and concerned about being able to return from fishing expeditions?
(a) Because he has a wife and children.
(b) Because he knows that the odds are against him being able to return.
(c) Because he has experienced a series of nightmares in which he was not able to return from a fishing expedition.
(d) Because he has listened to weather forecasts announcing the formation of a storm that is headed to the same location as the Andrea Gail.
3. Which boat positioned nearby to the Andrea Gail changes its course shortly before "The Perfect Storm" strikes?
(a) The Contship Holland.
(b) The Allison.
(c) No boat.
(d) The Winnipeg.
4. Around 1605, what outcasts did the English join with to establish the settlement at Gloucester?
(a) Outcasts from Newfoundland.
(b) Outcasts from Plymouth.
(c) Outcasts from France.
(d) Outcasts from Britain.
5. Chapter 7 includes explicit information about which of the following?
(a) Factual information about the family members of each of the crew members of the Andrea Gail.
(b) Factual information about why sailing is not recommended during foul weather.
(c) Factual information on how ships go down.
(d) Factual information about how the oceans play an important role in human lives.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does Adam Randall decide not to join the crew of the Andrea Gail on the particular fishing trip described in "The Perfect Storm"?
2. According to estimates, how long does the crew of the Andrea Gail suffer prior to drifting into an unconscious state?
3. Where does the crew of the Andrea Gail spot the Mary T?
4. When fishing, how long are the workdays of crew members aboard the Andrea Gail?
5. Which of the following sites are mentioned in Chapter Three as being two of the most dangerous places to fish?
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