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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Road of Trash.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the new crew member Callahan takes on, although this person leaves him a short while later?
(a) Catherine.
(b) Chris.
(c) Jimmy.
(d) Mr. Willoughby.

2. Which of the tubes in the life raft begins to deflate as a result of the fish's actions on the side of the boat?
(a) Aft.
(b) Upper.
(c) Starboard.
(d) Lower.

3. What does Callahan come across as he is sailing around on April 6th on the ocean?
(a) A ship.
(b) A stretch of trash and pollution.
(c) A deserted island.
(d) A sand bar.

4. What continues to cause Callahan's ship to be battered about the ocean, not adding to the comfort of Callahan?
(a) Gale.
(b) Hail.
(c) Sharks.
(d) Thunder.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Callahan believes that the water traffic will begin to pick up once he gets on the belt between Brazil and __________.

2. What is Callahan sitting in for days since the boat continues to have problems with taking on water?

3. In order to handle the fish which continue to batter his ship, Callahan refines his ___________ technique.

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

5. Remembering a conversation with his _________ helps Callahan to maintain a more stoic demeanor on his boat.

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