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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, 5, and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color was the flag Maurice made from oilskin trousers?
(a) Blue.
(b) Orange.
(c) Red.
(d) Yellow.

2. When Maurice adjusted the sails, at what speed did he keep the boat moving?
(a) 1-2 knots.
(b) 2-3 knots.
(c) 4 knots.
(d) 3 knots.

3. How did Colin describe Maurice as he was on the Patagonia trip?
(a) Despot.
(b) Dictator.
(c) Tyrant.
(d) Autocrat.

4. What did the cook bring Maurice and Maralyn to drink after they came on board?
(a) Water.
(b) Milk.
(c) Tea.
(d) Orange juice.

5. If they drifted approximately 25 miles a day, how many days would it take to reach the longitude of the Galapagos?
(a) About 12.
(b) 11.
(c) Not quite 15.
(d) 8.

Short Answer Questions

1. How wide was a sore Maurice had on his spine?

2. What vehicle was Maralyn driving when she and Maurice met?

3. Where were book launch parties held?

4. What type of car did Maurice drive after his two years of military service?

5. How much water did the couple manage to catch after two hours of rain?

(see the answer key)

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