Jacques reached the front of the line, where a midshipman was signing on men. He asked each man only a few questions, turning none of his prospects away. Apparently, the Orion was in need of hands - in a hurry. Jacques briefly answered a question about his work skills, and the midshipman nodded his approval. Jacques could join the crew of the Orion. “ Sign your name or your mark here,” the midshipman said, pointing to a spot in a record book.

Question

Jacques reached the front of the line, where a midshipman was signing on men. He asked each man only a few questions, turning none of his prospects away. Apparently, the Orion was in need of hands - in a hurry. Jacques briefly answered a question about his work skills, and the midshipman nodded his approval. Jacques could join the crew of the Orion. “ Sign your name or your mark here,” the midshipman said, pointing to a spot in a record book.

Which important details should be included in a summary of this paragraph?

Jacques joined the crew of the Orion
The midshipman approved of Jacques
The midshipman asked Jacques to sign his name
Jacques answered questions

Answer 1

Jacques joined the crew of the Orion, after the midshipman approved of him and asked him to sign his name. Jacques also answered questions about his work skills.