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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which crew-member says he does not want to be involved in the slave trade?
(a) Sharkey.
(b) Purvis.
(c) Grime.
(d) Stout.

3. What shocks Jessie most about the ship?
(a) The large size.
(b) The beauty of it.
(c) The stench.
(d) The sinister look about it.

4. What does Jessie put on his feet for his journey?
(a) Rags.
(b) Shoes.
(c) Old boots.
(d) Layers of socks.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Purvis's job on the ship?

2. Why does Ned say his involvement with the slaves is different than the other men?

3. What does Jessie want to watch the cook do?

4. What does Jessie feel like doing when he enters the man's house?

5. How does Jessie feel when the African boy leaves on his journey?

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