Ascension : Kids Klub
Submitted by The Islander (Sarah Coverdale) 25.10.2007 (Article Archived on 08.11.2007)

Right Pirate fans, get ready to stick on an eye patch and headscarf and have a crack at talking in your best pirate accent for it is almost time for Pirates of the Atlantic!

Look out at the Heritage Society (museum) for lots of Pirate goings on.  There has even been an old treasure map found that might just lead to where Ascension Islands own pirate Dampier may have buried his booty. 

So for all ages, look out for the details on the posters then join us for adventures at the Heritage Museum over the half term holidays.

Test how much you know about Pirates in this weeks quiz.

1.  What is a pirate?

a.      someone who robs from houses

b.      someone who robs from aeroplanes

c.       someone who robs from ships at sea

2.   What is the name of the pirate in the book Peter Pan?

a.      Captain Rook

b.      Captain Hook

c.       Captain Cook

3 What kind of pets are Pirates famous for having?

            a. dogs

b. parrots

c. rabbits

4. How many wives was famous pirate Blackbeard said to have had?

a. one

b. six

c. fourteen

5. Pirates are famous for carrying a cutlass - what is it?

a. a sword

b. a gun

c. a truncheon

6. Treasure Island character Long John Silver is missing a body part - what is it?

a. hand

b. leg

c. eye

7. What does the phrase ‘shiver me timbers mean’ in pirate-speak?

a. I’m surprised

b. I’m happy

c. I’m furious