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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II - Limits.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Iceland is encrusted with _____.
(a) Lava.
(b) Barnacles.
(c) Sand.
(d) Dead sea creatures.

2. Which rich fishing region was considered the laboratory for cod fishing innovation?
(a) The Georges Bank.
(b) The Grand Banks.
(c) The North Sea.
(d) The Icelandic coast.

3. What replaced nylon in gill nets?
(a) Dacron.
(b) Monofilament.
(c) Rayon.
(d) Acetate fiber.

4. Which British foreign secretary commented on the third Cod War saying that both sides have shown valor, but there was no need to show virility?
(a) Robin Cook.
(b) James Callaghan.
(c) Anthony Crosland.
(d) David Miliband.

5. What are cod called after the larval stage?
(a) Creepers.
(b) Spelders.
(c) Spawn.
(d) Juveniles.

Short Answer Questions

1. Nova Scotia fishermen looked for a red gravel floor favored by cod called _____.

2. What is the air bladder of the cod used for in industry?

3. According to one theory, the Basques are thought to be the original _____.

4. "Clipper schooners" carried a lot of sail. Why were they dangerous?

5. What does not grow native to Iceland?

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