The Wager - Chapter 18 Quiz

What happened to the eleven men who decided to leave the boat in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices They were dropped off on shore. They stayed on the boat. They were rescued by another ship. They built a raft to sail away.

What did Bulkeley sometimes wonder in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices If they could find a safe harbor. If he had made the right decision. If the storm would pass soon. If they had enough supplies.

What did Bulkeley refuse to do in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices Leave anyone behind. Share the supplies with the men. Sail during the storm. Attack the island to retrieve the barge.

What did the men on the Speedwell face in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices Rough seas and a storm. A shortage of fresh water. Calm seas and a lack of wind. Pirates and a mutiny.

What happened to the expedition in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices It encountered friendly natives. It took wrong turns and backtracked. It found a safe harbor. It reached its destination quickly.

How many men were crammed onto the cutter in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices Twelve Fifteen Eight Ten

What happened to the cutter after it disappeared for the second time in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices It was found wrecked on the shore with no survivors. It was captured by a rival crew and never seen again. It returned safely with all twelve men. It disappeared forever along with one man.

What did Bulkeley have difficulty controlling in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices The direction of the ship. The weather conditions. The supplies on board. The disgruntled and starving men.

How many people were on the Speedwell in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices Fifty-three Fifty-nine Forty-five Sixty-two

What did Bulkeley threaten to do if the men continued to act up in Chapter 18 of 'The Wager'?

Question Answer Choices Go to shore and leave them to manage the boat themselves. Lock them in the hold. Take away their food supplies. Throw them overboard.