Life of Pirates

1. What was the main purpose of the hierarchy on a pirate ship?

• To make the captain powerful

• To maintain order and ensure survival

• 1. To cause confusion among the crew

• 1. To increase the number of raids

1. How was a pirate captain chosen?

• . Appointed by the government

• Chosen by the strongest crew member

• Voted in by the crew

• 1. Selected by the quartermaster

1. What could happen if a captain was too harsh?

• He would be promoted

• The quartermaster would replace him

• 1. The crew would leave the ship

• The crew would cause a mutiny

1. Who was the second-in-command on a pirate ship?

• The Boatswain

• 1. The Sailing Master

• The Gunner

• The Quartermaster

1. What was one of the Quartermaster's responsibilities?

• Navigating the ship

• 1. . Commanding in battles

• 1. Repairing sails

• Dividing loot and supplies

1. Why was the Sailing Master’s role considered crucial?

• He organized the crew’s duties

• He handled the cannons

• 1. He was responsible for navigation

• 1. He managed supplies

1. What would the Boatswain do during a storm?

• Direct the ship's navigation

• Ensure everything on deck was secure

• Repair the cannons

• 1. Distribute food supplies

1. Who managed the cannons and weapons on a pirate ship?

• The Boatswain

• The Gunners

• The Quartermaster

• The Captain

1. What was the purpose of the Pirate Code?

• To make pirates more feared

• maintain order on the ship

• identify the ship's captain

• determine punishments for enemies

1. What might happen if someone broke the Pirate Code?

• 1. They were promoted

• 1. They were marooned on a deserted island

• They were given extra loot

• They were made captain