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The Politics of Pirate Havens in the Golden Age of Piracy
  • 1. What was the primary motivation for most pirates during the Golden Age of Piracy?
A) Religious freedom
B) Political power
C) Exploration
D) Wealth and treasure
  • 2. What was the common term for the informal pirate code of conduct?
A) Articles
B) Charter
C) Treaty
D) Manifesto
  • 3. Which pirate famously operated off the coast of Madagascar?
A) William Kidd
B) Bartholomew Roberts
C) Henry Morgan
D) Blackbeard
  • 4. Which pirate was known as 'Blackbeard'?
A) Edward Teach
B) Henry Avery
C) Thomas Tew
D) Charles Vane
  • 5. What legal document was sometimes issued to pirates by governments?
A) Patents
B) Constitution
C) Bill of Rights
D) Letter of Marque
  • 6. Where did pirates often establish their bases?
A) Mainland cities
B) Mountains
C) Deserts
D) Remote islands
  • 7. What event diminished the pirate population by the early 18th century?
A) Increased naval patrols
B) War with Britain
C) Pirate alliances
D) Treasure finding
  • 8. The term 'privateer' refers to pirates who were sanctioned by which entity?
A) Church
B) Merchant guild
C) Government
D) King
  • 9. What kind of ship did most pirates prefer for their raids?
A) Brigs
B) Galleons
C) Sloops
D) Frigates
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