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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what purpose does the captain move away from the rail and consequently catch the suspicious eye of the helmsman?
(a) To go below decks.
(b) To look at the compass.
(c) To speak with the helmsman.
(d) To look at the map.

2. According to the skipper, who called for a "reefed foresail" aboard the Sephora?
(a) The second mate.
(b) Legatt.
(c) The skipper.
(d) The engineer.

3. According to Legatt, who called for a "reefed foresail" aboard the Sephora?
(a) The engineer.
(b) The second mate.
(c) The skipper.
(d) Legatt.

4. What color is the skipper's hair?
(a) Red.
(b) Black.
(c) Brown.
(d) Blonde.

5. Which of the following is the antonym of the word "leeward" as the captain uses in his narration to describe the side of the ship to which he walks after leaving Leggatt for the last time?
(a) Starboard.
(b) Aft.
(c) Windward.
(d) Port.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is it more important to keep Legatt hidden after the skipper's visit to the captain's ship?

2. Roughly how far off the island does the captain plan to steer his ship in order that Leggatt may disembark?

3. What causes the captain's heart to fly into his throat once back on deck after parting ways with Legatt?

4. For what is Leggatt said to strike out at the very end of the story?

5. What color is the sleeping suit in which Leggatt is dressed?

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