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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Witch and Her Curse: Hunger and Thirst.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Callahan feel are now exposed since he has lost his boat and all of its security?
(a) Skin.
(b) His soul.
(c) Nerves.
(d) Chances of survival.

2. How long is the race that Callahan wants to enter in order to find out whether he is fit for a trans-Atlantic trip?
(a) 100 miles.
(b) 1000 miles.
(c) 600 miles.
(d) 600 kilometers.

3. On what date so the storms come up, causing Callahan to think he might not reach his destination on his desired schedule?
(a) February 16.
(b) February 10.
(c) February 5.
(d) February 4.

4. What does Callahan use in the hope that he might be found and rescued by its beacon?
(a) A flare gun.
(b) A bright sail.
(c) An SOS flag.
(d) EPRIB.

5. What has caused all of the sores and boils on Callahan's body as he has been sitting in his life raft?
(a) Salt water.
(b) Lack of food.
(c) Lack of water.
(d) A bacterial infection.

Short Answer Questions

1. The racers and the supporters of the racers argue the wisdom of sailing against ______________.

2. When does Callahan hope to reach his destination on his journey across the ocean?

3. Callahan hopes to be rescued within ________ days at sea, although he knows of stories of sailors who were at sea for many months.

4. How high is the water in the boat as it begins to take on water after Callahan wakes up from his deep sleep?

5. What does Callahan eat on his birthday in order to have a small celebration?

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