Treasure Island Chapter 3 Quiz & Flashcards

Study Notes

The Hispaniola Sets Sail

The Hispaniola sailed out of the harbor, away from England, with Captain Smollett at the helm.
The crew worked hard, and the narrator often helped Long John Silver in the kitchen, where he enjoyed listening to Silver's sea stories.

A Frightening Conversation

The narrator overheard Long John Silver and Israel Hands discussing their plan to kill anyone who wouldn't obey them after finding the treasure.
The parrot repeated "Kill them!" in response to Silver's statement.

Warning the Authorities

The narrator told Captain Smollett, Trelawney, and the doctor about the conversation, warning them of the pirates on board.
Trelawney suggested attacking the pirates after finding the treasure, but acknowledged the difficulty due to uncertainty about their numbers.

Arrival at Treasure Island

A sailor spotted land, and the ship arrived at Treasure Island.
Small boats transported the crew to the beach, where they found a dark and unhappy place with tall trees.

Meeting Ben Gunn

The narrator walked into the forest, feeling isolated and uneasy.
He encountered a strange man, who introduced himself as Ben Gunn, a castaway left on the island three years prior.
Ben Gunn explained that he came to the island with a crew to find Flint's treasure but was left behind when they couldn't find it.
He built a small boat but couldn't sail far from the island.

Description

This quiz is based on Chapter 3 of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel Treasure Island. It follows the story of young Jim Hawkins and his journey on the Hispaniola. Test your knowledge of the events and characters in this pivotal chapter.