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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, Part 8, Chapters 37-45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Erasmus find when he goes to find his father?
(a) That he is having an affair.
(b) That he has hung himself.
(c) That he is trading illegally.
(d) That he is working late.

2. What was the cause of Ruth's death?
(a) Stroke.
(b) Broken heart.
(c) Miscarriage.
(d) Car accident.

3. Why does Thurso tell his men not to mistreat the slaves?
(a) Because he has become a changed man.
(b) Because his wife has asked him to do so.
(c) Because he feels sorry for them.
(d) Because he wants the most money possible for them.

4. Who is the Superintendent of Indian Affairs for the Southern District?
(a) George Watson.
(b) Daniel Cleary.
(c) Edward Wofford.
(d) Percy Redwood.

5. Which character does Sarah Wolpert play?
(a) Eliza.
(b) Lady Macbeth.
(c) Juliet.
(d) Miranda.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the play rehearsed in this story?

2. Who is present at every stage of the building of the ship?

3. How does Erasmus' father die?

4. With whom is Erasmus obsessed?

5. Who raises his hand to the boatswain?

(see the answer key)

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