NONSUCH REPLICA

In Appledore, Devon, a full-scale replica of the Nonsuch, a 1650s ship, is being rebuilt using traditional craftsmanship. The Nonsuch, significant for its role in the Hudson's Bay Company's history, will be exhibited in North America. Bob Pierce crafts trunnels for the ship, requiring 6,000 in total. This project commemorates the company's 300th anniversary and honors early Canadian traders.

What is the historical significance of the Nonsuch ship?

• It was the largest ship built in the 17th century.

• It was used in the American Revolutionary War.

• It marked the beginning of the Hudson's Bay Company's trade in Canada.

• It was the first ship to sail around the world.

What material is being used to reconstruct the Nonsuch?

• Modern steel and fiberglass

• Seasoned timber

• Recycled plastic

• Aluminum

How many trunnels does Bob Pierce need to make for the Nonsuch?

• About 6,000

• About 4,000

• About 60,000

• About 400

What is the purpose of exhibiting the Nonsuch in North American ports?

• To sell the ship to the highest bidder

• To convert it into a floating restaurant

• To commemorate the 300th anniversary of the Hudson's Bay Company

• To use it as a cargo ship

Who does the Nonsuch pay tribute to?

• The sailors of the British Royal Navy

• The first settlers of America

• The men who began trading with northern Canada

• The builders of the original Nonsuch