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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what besides the radar reflector does Callahan take the remnants in order to help make a crude rain collector?
(a) The emergency kit.
(b) His book.
(c) The solar still.
(d) His clothing.

2. How high are the waves that Callahan faces when he decides that he wants to squeak past the Finisterre?
(a) 40 feet.
(b) 5 feet.
(c) 20 feet.
(d) 10 feet.

3. Callahan imagines that someday his ex-wife might dine upon a __________ which fed upon his corpse.
(a) Mussel.
(b) Sea urchin.
(c) Fish.
(d) Bear.

4. What does Callahan scramble to collect when there is a sudden rainfall on his boat?
(a) His dry clothing.
(b) His journal.
(c) More fish.
(d) Water for drinking.

5. Callahan even creates a contraption which might collect drinking water from the ______________.
(a) The tarp.
(b) Fish's insides.
(c) Misty air.
(d) The wet sleeping bag.

Short Answer Questions

1. By April 16th, Callahan is beginning to doubt his __________ as his morale and his outlook begin to spiral downward.

2. What comes along with the sudden rainfall that Callahan encounters during his journey on the ocean in this section?

3. What does Callahan realize he might need to do in order to hydrate himself if he can not get fresh water?

4. Catherine often called Callahan a ________ man when they were together, which has led him to little luck with romance.

5. Where does Callahan go to as a result of the storm which takes on his boat suddenly?

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