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The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Study Guide Chapters 8- 12
True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Review of the first seven chapters:
- Why is Charlotte so uneasy about being on the ship? What do her reactions to the ship and its crew reveal about her character?
- According to Zachariah, why does Charlotte need a knife? How does Charlotte show concern for Zachariah when discussing the knife with the captain?
3) What disturbing information does Zachariah give Charlotte about Captain Jaggery and the ship’s crew? Why does she refuse to believe him?
- How does the scene in the dark cargo area, where Charlotte feels a presence and sees two faces, add to the story’s mood? Describe how this scene affects you as a reader.
5) What is your opinion of Captain Jaggery so far? Who do you think knows more about the captain’s true nature — Charlotte or Zachariah? Why?
Define each of the following as it relates to the book we are reading:
stowaway:
brig:
privy:
galley:
dirk:
hold:
In the box below, draw a detailed picture of the BEST scene in the first seven chapters!
In a complete sentence or two, tell us what is happing in the picture you drew.
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Chapter 8
As you read, find two words that you are unfamiliar with and define them.
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- What task does Charlotte do for the first time in her life?
- Name three (3) activities on board the Seahawk that were different on Sundays.
- Name three things Charlotte learned about the men as she interacted with them from day to day.
- What part of the Seahawk was “off limits” to Charlotte?
- Describe what Zachariah made for Charlotte and tell why he made it?
8) Explain what “keelhauling” is and tell why it was used.
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Chapter 9
As you read, find two words that you are unfamiliar with and define them.
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Definition:_____________________________________________________________
2)________________________ page #______
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- What was Charlotte doing while Ewing was patching his canvas Jacket?
- What is the first thing that Charlotte sees when she looks in Ewing’s trunk?
- What two discoveries does Charlotte make while in the forecastle?
- Who warns Charlotte about going to the captain with her discoveries? How does he warn her? Explain with a great description.
7) Who is with the captain when Charlotte tells the captain of her discoveries? What does the captain intend to do?
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Chapter 10
As you read, find two words that you are unfamiliar with and define them.
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Definition:_____________________________________________________________
2)________________________ page #______
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- Who presented Captain Jaggery with the round robin? Where did he come from? Explain.
- What did the crew want to do with Captain Jaggery?
- How does Captain Jaggery react to the crew’s request? Write a good sentence!
- What does Captain Jaggery ask Mr. Hollybrass to do that he is reluctant to do?
- What does Captain Jaggery ask Charlotte Doyle to do that she refuses? Who is the unlucky one? Explain.
8) If you could give this chapter a title of its own, what would it be and why?
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Chapter 11
As you read, find two words that you are unfamiliar with and define them.
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Definition:_____________________________________________________________
2)________________________ page #______
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- In your own words, tell what Zachariah said to Captain Jaggery before he was punished.
- What “accident” occurs between Captain Jaggery and Charlotte?
- How does this chapter end? Explain.
The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle
Chapter 12
As you read, find two words that you are unfamiliar with and define them.
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Definition:_____________________________________________________________
2)________________________ page #______
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- Explain how and why Charlotte’s feeling toward Captain Jaggery change in this chapter.
- Why does Charlotte feel the need to apologize to Captain Jaggery?
- Explain what Charlotte saw the crew doing on the quarterdeck.
6) How does Charlotte take responsibilities for her actions?
