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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Nerves Exposed.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Callahan becomes _________ at the sight of his lost boat and his lost dream, it seems.
(a) Focused.
(b) Determined.
(c) Angry.
(d) Depressed.

3. Callahan is plagued by ________ and loss at all of the items he was not able to bring with him on the raft.
(a) Ignorance.
(b) Guilt.
(c) Shame.
(d) Grief.

4. While he is taking a risk by not going out to __________, Callahan decides that taking the shorter route is the best for his chances of winning.
(a) The bay.
(b) Sea.
(c) The shore.
(d) Port.

5. A passing __________ informs Callahan that all but four of the competitors are behind him.
(a) Freighter.
(b) Cruise ship.
(c) Race boat.
(d) Coast Guard helicopter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Callahan call 'dangerously capricious' when he is writing down his thoughts in his journal?

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?

3. How long does it take for the Napoleon Solo to become seaworthy in order to attempt his desired journey?

4. Which people are constantly amazed Callahan has come so far in such a little boat?

5. Who travels with Callahan during his first trip near the Scilly Isles on the way to Penzance?

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