Fashion Fables
While attempting to maintain balance and reduce sea-sickness, many pirates would wear these.
The real name of the pirate captain known as Blackbeard
Who is Edward Teach
Although treasure is always nice, pirates would often value these pieces of parchment more.
Pirate captains are often shown as ruling with an iron fist but in reality they are chosen using this system of government aboard the ship.
What is democracy?
Just like Jack Sparrow, sometimes troublesome crew members were left on a deserted island to die and given only this item.
Not just to look intimidating, these were worn to help make the transition from below deck to the ship deck.
What are eyepatches
The fictional anti-hero after Flint's trove in Treasure Island
Who is Long John Silver?
To deal with a rocking ship, these were used as an alternative to your standard bunks.
When in danger of being captured, pirate captains would often change their _____ to help try and escape.
What are clothes?
Having these crew members were thought to bring bad luck.
What are women?
The symbol known as the Jolly Roger was placed on this part of the ship to warn other ships of their criminal intent. Hoisted High!
What is the flag
Despite having little experience, Stede Bonnet became known as this after turning to piracy.
This drink was often a combination of water, lime, and most importantly...rum.
What is grog?
This exotic animal was a much easier pet than keeping a monkey or a dog on board.
What is a parrot?
Blackbeard would intimidate prisoners by weaving this material into his beard and setting it on fire. Just like some hippies.
What is hemp?
The most famous pirate in China, Ching Shih took this royal moniker.
Who is The Pirate Queen?
Pirates holding this title, were issued Letters of Marque by the crown which allowed them to legally attack other ships, sharing the spoils with the crown.
What are privateers?
Considered an essential crew member, this tradesman would be needed to ensure the ship could be kept afloat.
What is a carpenter?
DAILY DOUBLE
Respect, equal shares, and fair treatment were part of this set of rules.
What is The Pirate Code?
Often known for dressing in flamboyantly, pirates would wear expensive clothing to commemorate their travels, keep to a dress code, and sometimes pay for these (if on land).
The wealthiest pirate in recorded history, "Black Sam" was also known as "_____...of the sea", though it isn't clear if he gave back to the poor.
Who is Robin Hood?
In 2015, a group of archaeologists found a 121-pound bar of silver believed to be part this pirate captain's treasure. Not to be confused with Billy from the West.
Who is Captain Kidd?
What is retirement?
Many pirates were harshly punished for their crimes on this wooden structure. Often held publicly to deter other citizens.
What are the gallows?