Pirate History and Sam Bellamy

The transcript details the pirate career of Sam Bellamy, who rose through the ranks under Benjamin Hornigold. Bellamy challenged Hornigold's leadership due to differing views on attacking British ships. Pirates practiced democracy on board, electing captains and making decisions by vote. Bellamy became captain, known for his charisma and fairness, allowing Hornigold to leave unharmed. Despite the brutal nature of piracy, Bellamy was noted for his generosity. Pirates had a code of conduct with strict rules, and punishments included marooning and walking the plank.

What was the main reason Sam Bellamy joined Benjamin Hornigold's pirate fleet?

• To learn from an experienced buccaneer

• To attack British ships

• To become a captain immediately

• To find gold in Florida

How did Sam Bellamy become the captain of his ship?

• By defeating Hornigold in a duel

• Through a democratic vote by the crew

• By bribing the crew members

• By inheriting the position

What was unique about the way decisions were made on pirate ships?

• The captain made all decisions

• Decisions were made by a democratic vote

• Decisions were made by the oldest crew member

• Decisions were made by the wealthiest pirate

Why was Sam Bellamy known as the 'Prince of Pirates'?

• For his wealth and riches

• For his magnanimous treatment of prisoners

• For his ruthless attacks on ships

• For his long pirate career

What was a common punishment used by pirates for their captives?

• Imprisonment

• Walking the plank

• Forced labor

• Public humiliation

Which of the following was NOT a method of torture used by pirates?

• Cutting off ears

• Hanging in the rigging

• Using captives for target practice

• Drowning captives

What was the consequence for a pirate who deserted his post in battle according to the pirate code?

• Execution

• Marooning

• Imprisonment

• Flogging

What was a key rule in the pirate code of conduct regarding weapons?

• Weapons must be shared among the crew

• Weapons must be kept clean

• Weapons must be hidden from captives

• Weapons must be used sparingly

What was Bellamy's approach to leadership on his pirate ship?

• Authoritarian and strict

• Secretive and mysterious

• Fair-minded and democratic

• Indifferent and detached

What was prohibited on pirate ships according to the pirate code?

• Trading with other ships

• Singing sea shanties

• Carrying weapons

• Allowing women on board