Captain Smith's Leadership and Decisions

Captain Smith's Leadership and Decisions

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

Captain John Smith faces execution but is saved by Reverend Hunt's sermon. Smith recounts his daring escape from slavery in the Ottoman Empire, showcasing his courage. Reverend Hunt secures Smith's release, and the gallows are dismantled. The crew enjoys life on Nevis, gathering resources for their voyage. A hunting expedition on Mona results in the death of Edward Brooks, highlighting the dangers of ignorance in the tropics.

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial plan for Captain Smith in Chapter 7?

To promote him to captain of the ship

To hang him using the gallows

To send him back to England

To make him the leader of the expedition

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main theme of Reverend Hunt's sermon?

The need for exploration

The sin of lying for personal gain

The importance of teamwork

The value of honesty in trade

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Reverend Hunt seem to target during his sermon?

The entire crew

James and Richard

Master Wingfield and Captain Ratcliffe

Captain Smith and Captain Newport

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What past experience did Captain Smith share with the boys?

His escape from slavery in the Ottoman Empire

His adventures in the New World

His time as a ship captain

His childhood in England

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Captain Smith escape from his master?

He bribed the guards

He was rescued by friends

He overpowered his master and fled

He was released by his master

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Reverend Hunt do to help Captain Smith?

He arranged for his escape

He convinced the crew to release him

He provided him with a weapon

He prayed for his safety

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to the gallows after Captain Smith was released?

It was dismantled and used for firewood

It was thrown into the sea

It was used for another prisoner

It was kept for future use

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