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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Old Man.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What makes the ship look strange off the coast of Cuba?
(a) Lanterns.
(b) The discarded shackles.
(c) The Spanish flag.
(d) The moon.

2. What kind of bed does Jessie sleep in on the ship?
(a) Hammock.
(b) Cot.
(c) Bed spring.
(d) Foam pad.

3. Why does Jessie not believe the man who says he does not want to be involved in the slave trade?
(a) He hears a different story.
(b) He reads his journal.
(c) He gets money from the trade.
(d) He knows the men have a choice of which ship to join.

4. How long is the walk to Jessie's home?
(a) 3 days.
(b) 12 days.
(c) 6 days.
(d) 9 days.

5. What does the man shout to the boys as they run away from him?
(a) Help.
(b) Stop.
(c) Come.
(d) Stay.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where has Jessie seen a flying fish before?

2. Where is Jessie's bed on the ship?

3. Why does the ship leave the shore at night time?

4. What is Jessie's last name?

5. Who is the first sailor Jessie sees after the storm?

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