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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which natural force did not contribute to the formation of Alaska?
(a) Tsunamis.
(b) Volcanoes.
(c) Earthquakes.
(d) Tornadoes.

2. What is a peninsula?
(a) A pathway through the mountains.
(b) A piece of land that is connected to the mainland by an isthmus.
(c) A crater near the water.
(d) An island very close to a large land mass.

3. What type of business did Zhdanko work in?
(a) Expeditions.
(b) Banking.
(c) Fur trading.
(d) Shipping.

4. Where was there a protuberance?
(a) In the northwest corner of what was to become Africa.
(b) In the northwest corner of what was to become North America.
(c) In the southeast corner of what was to become South America.
(d) In the southeast corner of what was to become Asia.

5. Was there an ice cap at the North Pole?
(a) Yes.
(b) Only in the summer months.
(c) No.
(d) Only in the winter months.

Short Answer Questions

1. Varnak's people became known as _________.

2. How did the little ones learn about their family's move?

3. Whom did Zhdanko exchange gifts with when he landed on the island?

4. What was the purpose of the sailing trip?

5. What formed over time?

(see the answer key)

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