By the Great Horn Spoon! Ch. 5 - 8

Why didn't Jack see the fires of Tierra del Fuego?

• Captain Swain did not take the ship around Cape Horn.

• The ship was too far from the coast.

• Jack was asleep during the journey.

• The weather was too foggy to see the fires.

What allowed the Lady Wilma to come out ahead of the Sea Raven?

• The route through the strait is shorter.

• The Lady Wilma had a faster engine.

• The Sea Raven encountered bad weather.

• The Lady Wilma had more experienced crew.

How has Praiseworthy changed since he has been on the brig Lady Wilma?

• Lost his bowler hat, tanned skin, stronger

• Gained a new hat, lighter skin, weaker

• Lost his shoes, darker skin, more timid

• Gained a beard, fairer skin, more confident

How does the environment affect the characters' journey?

• Weather and geography impact their navigation and experiences.

• The environment has no effect on their journey.

• Characters are unaffected by external conditions.

• The environment only affects their mood.

Why does the man in the laundry say it will take three months to get their clothes clean?

• He sends it to China because it is cheaper than San Francisco.

• He is waiting for a special detergent to arrive.

• The laundry machine is broken and needs repairs.

• He has too many orders to process at once.

What lesson can be learned from Jack's experiences?

• Adaptability and perseverance are key to overcoming challenges.

• Success comes from luck and timing.

• Hard work is unnecessary if you have talent.

• Following rules is more important than being flexible.

What role does competition play in the story?

• It drives the characters to push their limits and strive for success.

• It creates conflict between the characters without any resolution.

• It serves as a backdrop for the characters' personal relationships.

• It is a minor theme that does not affect the plot significantly.

What is the importance of teamwork in the story?

• Characters rely on each other to achieve their goals.

• Teamwork is not mentioned in the story.

• Characters work independently to succeed.

• Teamwork leads to conflicts among characters.

What does Praiseworthy's character represent in the story?

• Courage and bravery.

• Loyalty and resourcefulness.

• Greed and ambition.

• Fear and hesitation.

What did Captain Swain burn in the boilers to win the race?

• Coal

• Lumber

• Oil

• Charcoal