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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Dutchman.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What causes damage to the better functioning solar still, further making Callahan upset with his situation?
(a) A shark.
(b) His own carelessness.
(c) A large wave.
(d) Fish.

2. What does Callahan struggle to release as soon as he finds himself in water waist deep?
(a) A box of supplies.
(b) The EPIRB.
(c) His flares.
(d) His life raft.

3. What does Callahan successfully kill with a lucky shot, though he is not able to bring it on board?
(a) Dorado.
(b) Shark.
(c) Triggerfish.
(d) Flounder.

4. What does Callahan rip off of the boat before he finally leaves it for the last time?
(a) A sticker.
(b) A piece of the rope.
(c) A portion of the sail.
(d) Nothing.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How much faster can the raft go when Callahan takes the action he does as described in #52?

2. What still requires constant attention in order to function properly and to help Callahan survive?

3. What is the Dougal Robertson book about, the book which Callahan did bring with him?

4. The power strap of Callahan's _____________ gun has fallen loose and now sinks below the waves.

5. Later, Callahan accidentally punches a hole in the ___________ of the boat, although he fixes it quickly.

(see the answer key)

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