Team A
Why does Captain Hoseason ask Alan to pilot the ship?
He does not have a map and he is not accustomed to this area.
His best navigator is dead.
Alan boasts about knowing the area well since he spends a lot of time travelling in and out of the country.
What strategy does Alan suggest to Captain Hoseason for navigating through the dangerous passage?
To stay close to the shore, which is successful for the majority of the passage.
What does Hoseason say to Alan as they navigate through the danger, indicating gratitude for his help?
compliments Alan for getting them through
says he will remember Alan's help ‘when [they] come to clear accounts’
What obstacle arises near the end of the passage that jeopardise the safety of the ship?
the ship strikes a reef and gets stuck
What happens to David and the crew as they attempt to launch a boat for escape?
David is thrown into the sea.
How does David manage to reach the shores of Earraid after being thrown into the sea?
David sinks and rises over and over again, until he manages to catch a yard to hold onto. He sees the shores of Earraid (an island off the coast of the larger island of Mull, on the western coast of Scotland) and starts to paddle his way over. After about an hour of swimming, he finally makes it to dry land.
Why is Hoseason unable to function when the ship gets stuck on the reef?
He loves his ship so much that seeing it destroyed against a rock leaves him paralysed
The brig is like a wife and child for him.
What TWO things does David eat when he feels hungry on the islet?
Shellfish
Shells (buckies)
How do the fishermen initially respond to David's cries for help?
They do not stop for David.
How does David finally reach the main island?
When the fishermen point their hand towards the mainland and utter the word 'tide' David realises that he can walk through the shallow, sandy pool of water and reach the main island when the tide goes out
What message does Alan Breck leave for David?
Alan wants David to find him in Alan's home country of Appin through the way of Torosay.
On his way to Torosay, David meets a man who agrees to act as his guide in exchange for money. What happens when he demands more money?
David leaves him
Name two people David meets during his journey to Torosay.
The greedy man
The blind man
How does Alan demonstrate his loyalty and concern for David's safety?
Alan’s foresight ensures that David has a means of identification and connection in case they are separated or encounter trouble. Therefore he gives him a silver button from his coat.
What warning does the boat's skipper give David?
He warns David about meeting 'Campbells' or the 'Red Soldiers'.
Who does David meet on the ferry ride from Torosay to the mainland?
Neil Roy