Answer these questions about the provided texts: The Story of Pelorus Jack, The Legend of the Willow Pattern, A Perilous Quest, A Boaster Beaten, Crossing the Line, and Almost a Disaster.

Here are the answers to your literature questions:

A. THE STORY OF PELORUS JACK

1. A dolphin is a marine mammal.
2. Two other members of the same family (Delphinidae) are Orcas (Killer Whales) and Porpoises.

B. THE LEGEND OF THE WILLOW PATTERN

1. Dutch traders first brought Chinese picture dishes (porcelain) to Europe.
2. The most popular design was the Willow Pattern.

C. A PERILOUS QUEST

1. Without the specific story "A Perilous Quest," it is not possible to determine the exact part of Scotland where it took place.
2. Without the specific story "A Perilous Quest," it is not possible to give the full names of the two lads.

D. A BOASTER BEATEN

1. Without the specific story "A Boaster Beaten," it is not possible to determine where this story took place.
2. Without the specific story featuring "Katerparsule," it is not possible to explain why he was unhappy as a boy.

E. CROSSING THE LINE

1. The ceremony of "crossing the line" takes place at sea, specifically when a ship crosses the equator.
2. Neptune's party typically includes King Neptune, Queen Amphitrite, and Davy Jones, along with other members of his court. The exact number can vary.

F. ALMOST A DISASTER

1. Without the specific story "Almost a Disaster," it is not possible to determine the city where it took place.
2. Without the specific story "Almost a Disaster," it is not possible to determine the barber's name.