Charlotte Doyle Chapters 6-10 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Why did Captain Jaggery have the crew set all the sails?

The Captain wanted to put on a show for Charlotte.

What is the advice that Mr. Barlow tries to give Charlotte?

He warns her to stay off the ship and to stay away from Captain Jaggery.

What is a brig?

The brig is the prison on the ship.

Why didn't Charlotte tell the captain about her adventure in the hold?

She thought she was imagining it and didn't want to be called a schoolgirl. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Charlotte keep the dirk?

She felt safe with it. Signup and view all the answers

Why were the crew's quarters off-limits to Charlotte?

They were off-limits because she was a passenger, not a crew member. Signup and view all the answers

What did Charlotte's response to Zachariah's gift of sailor's clothing indicate about the development of her character?

It showed that the crew is starting to accept her as a crew member. Signup and view all the answers

What did Charlotte's boredom lead her to take part in on the ship?

She began to participate in the crew's activities. Signup and view all the answers

What do you think Charlotte meant at the end of chapter eight when she said, 'But the storm was - at first - man-made'?

It suggests that Captain Jaggery was abusive to his power. Signup and view all the answers

What did volunteering to go to Ewing's needle indicate about the change in Charlotte's character?

It showed that Charlotte was going to tell Captain Jaggery about the round robin and the pistol. Signup and view all the answers

What does the conversation that Charlotte overheard seem to be about?

The crew members do not want her near them because they do not trust her. Signup and view all the answers

What two alarming things did Charlotte see in Ewing's trunk?

She found a round robin and a pistol. Signup and view all the answers

What realization does Charlotte come to about the man she saw in the forecastle?

She thinks he is the face that was staring at her in the hold. Signup and view all the answers

How did Charlotte feel in Chapter Nine when the crew began to spy on her?

She felt scared. Signup and view all the answers

What did all of the crew have (except Zachariah)?

All the crew members had weapons except Zachariah. Signup and view all the answers

What was the identity of the stowaway?

Mr. Cranick. Signup and view all the answers

What demand does the stowaway make?

He declares that Captain Jaggery is unfit to be captain of the Seahawk. Signup and view all the answers

What were some of Charlotte's feelings towards the actions that take place?

She felt scared because Jaggery shot Cranick. Signup and view all the answers

What is a simile?

Comparing two unlike things using like or as. Signup and view all the answers

What is alliteration?

The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words. Signup and view all the answers

What was the face that Charlotte saw in the hold made out of?

The face was made of walnut. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Captain Jaggery choose to make an example of at the end of chapter 10?

He chose Zachariah. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Captain Jaggery's Showmanship

Captain Jaggery had the crew set all the sails to impress Charlotte, despite Mr. Barlow informing her there was no storm.

Mr. Barlow's Warnings

Mr. Barlow initially advised Charlotte to avoid the ship, later cautioning her to steer clear of Captain Jaggery and the brig, the ship's prison.

Understanding the Brig

The brig serves as the prison area on the ship.

Charlotte's Hesitation

Charlotte refrained from informing Captain Jaggery about her experiences in the hold, believing they could have been figments of her imagination.

Significance of the Dirk

Charlotte kept the dirk for security, feeling nervous in the hold and finding comfort in its presence.

Quarters Restrictions

The crew's quarters were off-limits to Charlotte as she was classified as a passenger, not a crew member.

Development of Acceptance

Charlotte's acceptance of sailor's clothing from Zachariah indicated her growing acceptance into the crew.

Engagement with Crew Activities

Boredom prompted Charlotte to participate in crew activities, marking a shift from her previous isolation in her cabin.

Man-Made Storms

Charlotte’s remark about the storm being "man-made" alludes to Captain Jaggery's oppressive behavior and abuse of power.

Character Transformation

Volunteering for Ewing's needle signaled Charlotte's intent to confront Captain Jaggery regarding the round robin and the pistol.

Distrust Among Crew

The conversation Charlotte overheard revealed the crew's distrust of her, preventing closeness.

Alarming Discoveries

Charlotte discovered a round robin and a pistol in Ewing’s trunk, contradicting Captain Jaggery’s claims of none being aboard.

Reflection on the Forecastle

Reflecting on the crew's quarters, Charlotte concluded another man was present, connecting him to a face she previously saw in steerage.

Feelings of Insecurity

Charlotte experienced anxiety when the crew began to observe her, a role reversal from her previous spying.

Weapons on Board

All crew members were armed, except Zachariah; Captain Jaggery relied on two pistols and a musket for defense.

Identity of the Stowaway

The stowaway, Mr. Cranick, was described as muscular and stocky, wielding a sword and a red handkerchief.

Confrontation with Jaggery

Mr. Cranick presented the round robin that deemed Jaggery unfit as captain, leading to a tense exchange.

Charlotte's Emotions

Following the violent act of Jaggery shooting Cranick, Charlotte felt intense fear, evidenced by her scream during the incident.

Literary Devices

A simile involves comparing unlike things using "like" or "as."
Alliteration is the repetition of the same consonant sounds at the beginning of closely placed words.

The Mysterious Face

The eerie face Charlotte saw in the hold was noted to be made of walnut.

Jaggery's Cruel Decision

At the end of chapter ten, Captain Jaggery chose to make an example of Zachariah, punishing him due to Charlotte's refusal to choose a victim.

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Test your knowledge of chapters 6-10 of 'The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle' with these flashcards. Dive deep into key events, character motivations, and important themes from this section of the novel.