Treasure Island Novel Test! Trivia Quiz
If you have read Treasure Island, then take this trivia challenge to test your book's knowledge. This is a story by Robert Louis Stevenson about Jim, who takes care of his sick parent while managing an Inn, which a bully has set his eyes on. How much do you remember the expedition he took and the challenges he faced in the process. This quiz will help you remember some aspects of the story you may have forgotten.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The story teller’s name is _______________.
- A.
Squire Trelawney
- B.
Dr. Livesey
- C.
Jim Hawkins
- D.
Unknown
Correct Answer
C. Jim HawkinsExplanation
The correct answer is Jim Hawkins because in the given options, Jim Hawkins is the only one mentioned as a possible name for the story teller. The other options, Squire Trelawney and Dr. Livesey, are characters in the story but not the ones telling it. The option "Unknown" is not a valid name for the story teller. Therefore, Jim Hawkins is the most appropriate answer.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When Black Dog came to see Captain Bill, they
- A.
Spoke as old friends
- B.
Had a sword fight
- C.
Went in search of lost treasure
- D.
Drank too much run and passed out
Correct Answer
B. Had a sword fightExplanation
The correct answer is "had a sword fight" because it is the only option that suggests an action or activity between Black Dog and Captain Bill. The other options do not indicate any specific interaction between them.Rate this question:
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- 3.
was Flint’s first ship’s officer.
- A.
Black Dog
- B.
Captain Bill
- C.
Pew
- D.
Jim Hawkins
Correct Answer
B. Captain Bill -
- 4.
The blind man killed Capitan Bill by .
- A.
Shooting him
- B.
Putting something in his hand
- C.
Poisoning his rum
- D.
Hitting him with his cane
Correct Answer
B. Putting something in his handExplanation
The blind man killed Capitan Bill by putting something in his hand. This suggests that the blind man gave Capitan Bill something that caused his death. The other options, such as shooting him, poisoning his rum, or hitting him with his cane, are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be considered as the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The black dot was .
- A.
A sign that your crew didn't want you to be the captain
- B.
A curse
- C.
The mark on the map where the treasure is located
- D.
A sickness
Correct Answer
A. A sign that your crew didn't want you to be the captainExplanation
The black dot was a sign that your crew didn't want you to be the captain. This suggests that the crew members had marked you with a black dot as a symbol of their disapproval or lack of confidence in your leadership abilities. It implies that they preferred someone else to be the captain instead of you.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Flint’s men search the Inn for .
- A.
Captain Bills' gold
- B.
Flint's papers
- C.
The key to Captain Bill's chest
- D.
Jim's pistol
Correct Answer
B. Flint's papersExplanation
Flint's men are searching the inn for Flint's papers. This suggests that the papers are valuable or important in some way, possibly containing information or instructions that the men need. It is likely that Flint's papers hold clues or secrets related to Captain Bill's gold or other important matters. The men are specifically searching for these papers, indicating their significance to the story or plot.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Squire hired Long Jong Silver to be his .
- A.
Captain
- B.
Cook
- C.
First officer
- D.
Scout
Correct Answer
B. CookExplanation
The correct answer is "cook". This can be inferred from the fact that Squire hired Long Jong Silver for a specific role or position. Given the options provided, "cook" is the most suitable role that someone can be hired for.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which is NOT given as a reason that Captain Smollett is unhappy about his new job.
- A.
They are going treasure hunting
- B.
The crew is made up of pirates
- C.
Everyone onboard knows about the map
- D.
The crew knows more than he does
Correct Answer
B. The crew is made up of piratesExplanation
Captain Smollett is unhappy about his new job because the crew is made up of pirates. This suggests that Captain Smollett is concerned about the trustworthiness and reliability of the crew members due to their pirate background. He may worry about their loyalty, their adherence to rules and regulations, and their potential for mutiny or betrayal. This could create a hostile and unpredictable working environment for Captain Smollett, which is why he is unhappy about the crew being composed of pirates.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The name of Jim’s ship is .
- A.
Admiral Benbow
- B.
Yo-ho-ho
- C.
Hispaniola
- D.
Spyglass
Correct Answer
C. HispaniolaExplanation
Jim's ship is named Hispaniola.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Jim was hiding when he heard the pirates talking about their plan to kill the captain and steal the treasure.
- A.
In the apple barrel
- B.
Under the sails
- C.
In the kitchen
- D.
Up the mast
Correct Answer
A. In the apple barrelExplanation
Jim was hiding in the apple barrel when he overheard the pirates discussing their plan to kill the captain and steal the treasure.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Captain Smollett let the crew go ashore because
- A.
He wanted them to find the treasure
- B.
He thought they deserved a break
- C.
He wanted them off the ship, so that he, the doctor and Jim could get away
- D.
He feared that they would mutiny
Correct Answer
D. He feared that they would mutinyExplanation
Captain Smollett let the crew go ashore because he feared that they would mutiny. This suggests that Captain Smollett did not trust the crew and believed that they might rebel against his authority. By allowing them to go ashore, he hoped to prevent any potential mutiny and maintain control over the ship. This decision reflects Captain Smollett's cautious and strategic approach to leadership.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Ben Gunn was on the island.
- A.
Shipwrecked
- B.
Marooned
- C.
Vacationing
- D.
Hunting
Correct Answer
B. MaroonedExplanation
Ben Gunn was marooned on the island. Marooned means to be stranded or abandoned in a desolate place, usually without any means of escape. This implies that Ben Gunn was left on the island against his will, possibly as a form of punishment or as a result of some unfortunate circumstance such as a shipwreck. The word "shipwrecked" could also be a possibility, but it is not the correct answer as it is not given in the options. The other options, "vacationing" and "hunting," do not fit the context and are not supported by the given information.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Jim snuck out of the stockade and .
- A.
Found Ben Gunn
- B.
Cut the rope tying the ship to the anchor
- C.
Killed the pirates that were drunk on the shore
- D.
Stole the pirate's weapons while they slept
Correct Answer
B. Cut the rope tying the ship to the anchorExplanation
Jim snuck out of the stockade and cut the rope tying the ship to the anchor. This action suggests that Jim wanted to free the ship and potentially escape from the pirates. By cutting the rope, Jim would have prevented the ship from being anchored, allowing it to sail away. This would have been a crucial step in his plan to escape or potentially gain control of the ship.Rate this question:
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- 14.
During the battle at the stockade died.
- A.
Captain Smollett
- B.
Redruth
- C.
Dr. Livesey
- D.
Hunter
Correct Answer
D. Hunter -
- 15.
Jim was when he tried to sail the ship back to the island.
- A.
Knifed in the stomach
- B.
Thrown overboard
- C.
Shot in the leg
- D.
Stabbed in the shoulder
Correct Answer
D. Stabbed in the shoulderExplanation
Jim was stabbed in the shoulder when he tried to sail the ship back to the island.Rate this question:
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- 16.
The men found a that pointed the way to the treasure.
- A.
Flag
- B.
Tree with carving
- C.
Parrot
- D.
Skeleton
Correct Answer
D. SkeletonExplanation
The correct answer is "skeleton" because a skeleton is often used in stories and legends as a symbol or clue that leads to hidden treasure.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which is NOT part of Ben Gunn’s life story?
- A.
He found the buried treasure.
- B.
He was paid 1000 pounds to help Jim.
- C.
He moved all of the buried treasure to a cave.
- D.
He lost his reward and returned to life as a pirate.
Correct Answer
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- 18.
Captain Bill was hoping other seamen would come to the small town.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Captain Bill was not hoping other seamen would come to the small town.Rate this question:
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- 19.
When Captain Bill threatens Dr. Livesey with a knife, the doctor commands him to put it away and he does.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
In this scenario, Captain Bill threatens Dr. Livesey with a knife. However, instead of responding with fear or aggression, the doctor remains calm and in control. He commands Captain Bill to put the knife away, and surprisingly, Captain Bill complies with the doctor's command. This indicates that Dr. Livesey's authoritative presence and command were effective in diffusing the tense situation and convincing Captain Bill to back down. Therefore, the correct answer is true.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Black Dog and Captain Bill are old friends.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "Black Dog and Captain Bill are old friends" is false. This means that Black Dog and Captain Bill are not old friends.Rate this question:
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- 21.
When Captain Bill died, Jim and his mom take all of his gold to pay the debt he owes them.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because Captain Bill's gold cannot be used to pay the debt he owes Jim and his mom. When someone dies, their debts do not automatically transfer to their heirs. Instead, the debts are typically settled using the deceased person's estate or assets. In this case, Captain Bill's gold would be used to settle his own debts, not the debts he owes Jim and his mom.Rate this question:
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- 22.
The Blind man was strong enough to break Jim’s arm.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement implies that the blind man had enough physical strength to break Jim's arm. This indicates that the blind man possessed a significant amount of power and force, which allowed him to cause harm to Jim. Hence, the statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Jim & his mom hide in the village when Flint’s men come looking for Captain Bill.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The given statement is false because the question states that Jim and his mom hide in the village when Flint's men come looking for Captain Bill. However, there is no mention of Flint's men looking for Captain Bill in the statement. Therefore, we cannot conclude that Jim and his mom hide in the village when Flint's men come looking for Captain Bill.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Pew was run over my a horse and killed.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement "Pew was run over by a horse and killed" suggests that Pew was indeed run over by a horse and the incident resulted in their death. Therefore, the correct answer is True.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Captain Dance took over Captain Bill’s pirate ship when he died.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because it is not mentioned or implied that Captain Dance took over Captain Bill's pirate ship when he died. There is no information provided about what happened to the pirate ship after Captain Bill's death. Therefore, we cannot assume that Captain Dance took over the ship.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Dr. Livesey doesn’t trust Squire Trelawney to go to Bristol alone.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Dr. Livesey doesn't trust Squire Trelawney to go to Bristol alone. This suggests that Dr. Livesey believes that Squire Trelawney is not capable of handling the trip on his own, either due to his lack of experience or his tendency to make poor decisions. Dr. Livesey likely wants to ensure that someone accompanies Squire Trelawney to provide guidance and prevent any potential problems or mishaps during the journey.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Jim recognized Long John Silver because of his peg leg.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Jim recognized Long John Silver because of his peg leg. This suggests that Long John Silver has a distinct characteristic, which is a peg leg, that sets him apart from others. This characteristic is likely well-known and easily recognizable, allowing Jim to identify him. Therefore, the statement "Jim recognized Long John Silver because of his peg leg" is true.Rate this question:
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- 28.
Dr. Livesey feels that Captain Smollett and Long John Silver are the only two honest men hired by the Squire.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Dr. Livesey believes that Captain Smollett and Long John Silver are the only two trustworthy individuals hired by the Squire. This suggests that Dr. Livesey has faith in their integrity and believes that they will act honestly and ethically in their roles. It also implies that Dr. Livesey may have doubts about the honesty of the other individuals hired by the Squire.Rate this question:
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- 29.
Long John Silver, killed the two honest men that go ashore with him and the crew.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement in the question is that Long John Silver killed the two honest men that go ashore with him and the crew. The correct answer is false because there is no evidence or information provided in the question to support this statement. Without any context or further details, it cannot be concluded that Long John Silver killed the two honest men.Rate this question:
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- 30.
Dr. Livesey, Captain Smollett, and the Squire threw the extra weapons overboard.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because Dr. Livesey, Captain Smollett, and the Squire threw the extra weapons overboard. This action suggests that they wanted to get rid of the extra weapons to prevent any potential conflict or misuse of the weapons. By throwing the weapons overboard, they ensured that only the necessary weapons were kept on board, maintaining safety and control over the situation.Rate this question:
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- 31.
Long John Silver came to the stockade waving a white flag to surrender.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
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- 32.
Ben Gun had been on the island for 3 years.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement states that Ben Gun had been on the island for 3 years. Since there is no additional information provided that contradicts this statement, we can assume that it is true.Rate this question:
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- 33.
Isreal Hands was too weak from his wound to do anything, but sit and watch.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement states that Israel Hands was too weak from his wound to do anything but sit and watch. The correct answer is False because the statement implies that Israel Hands was unable to do anything other than sit and watch, suggesting that he was not capable of any other actions.Rate this question:
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- 34.
Jim returned to the stockade after capturing the ship to find that all of his friends had been captured.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Jim returned to the stockade after capturing the ship, but he did not find that all of his friends had been captured. Therefore, the statement is false.Rate this question:
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- 35.
Long John Silver and Jim made a treaty to save each other.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Long John Silver and Jim made a treaty to save each other. This statement means that Long John Silver and Jim entered into an agreement or pact where they promised to protect and support each other. This suggests that they formed a bond of trust and cooperation, possibly in a dangerous or challenging situation. The answer "True" indicates that the statement is correct and that Long John Silver and Jim indeed made a treaty to save each other.Rate this question:
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- 36.
When Long John Silver led his men the buried treasure, they found 700 pounds.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement says that when Long John Silver led his men to the buried treasure, they found 700 pounds. However, the correct answer is "False." This implies that the statement is not true and that Long John Silver and his men did not find 700 pounds of treasure.Rate this question:
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- 37.
Long John Silver left Treasure Island with Jim and when they reached land, he stole some money and ran away.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement is true because it states that Long John Silver left Treasure Island with Jim and then stole some money and ran away when they reached land. This implies that Long John Silver betrayed Jim and took the money for himself, indicating that the statement is indeed true.Rate this question:
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