CHAPTER II.
OFF THE NAZE OF NORWAY.
Mr. Lowington examined Ole Amundsen very carefully, in order to ascertain what disposition should be made of him. He told where he was born, how he had learned English, and where he had passed the greater portion of his life, just as he had related these particulars to Captain Cumberland.
“But how came you out here in an open boat?” asked the principal.
Ole examined the carpet on the floor of the cabin, and made no reply.
“Won’t you answer me?” added Mr. Lowington.
The waif was still silent.
“You have been to sea?”