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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Across the Pacific.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. New developments in stone work also appear in what location?
(a) South Sea Islands
(b) Tasmania
(c) Norway
(d) Java

2. What is thrown at the whale shark?
(a) Bait
(b) A crew member
(c) Empty food cans
(d) Harpoon

3. Heyerdahl impatiently waits for results on what item?
(a) Marriage
(b) Car repair
(c) Navigator's license
(d) Manuscript

4. What does the Kon-Tiki rely on heavily?
(a) Navigation maps
(b) Wind
(c) Rain
(d) Current

5. What is the average speed of the Kon-Tiki?
(a) 75-80 miles per day
(b) 55-60 miles per day
(c) 35-40 miles per day
(d) 65-70 miles per day

Short Answer Questions

1. Which city does Heyerdahl choose to present his theory?

2. Which crew member is responsible for the act?

3. Which is NOT a fish seen from the raft?

4. What is Heyerdahl's status at the club?

5. Heyerdahl attends a lecture regarding what topic?

(see the answer key)

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