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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Home and After.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Sharkey teach Jessie?
(a) To use a compass.
(b) To secure a rigging.
(c) To mend a sail.
(d) To climb the ratlines.

2. What pains Jessie about being away from his mother?
(a) He never got to say goodbye.
(b) He can't protect her.
(c) He can't help pay the bills.
(d) She thinks he's dead.

3. Why did Jessie choose his trade?
(a) He wanted to live Purvis's dream.
(b) He wanted respect and money.
(c) He wanted a simple and happy life.
(d) He wanted no dealings with slaves.

4. Where does Jessie move after learning his trade?
(a) Washington D.C.
(b) Maryland.
(c) Delaware.
(d) Rhode Island.

5. What are the containers for the slaves on shore called?
(a) Barragrint.
(b) Barracoon.
(c) Barracade.
(d) Barracrank.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Purvis originally from?

2. What does his mother do when she sees Jessie?

3. What is Jessie's mother's occupation?

4. Who takes Jessie to see the Captain?

5. Who took over Spark's duties on the ship?

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