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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Halfway.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which two occupants of the ocean have the crew been warned about?
(a) Sharks and Stingrays
(b) Squid and Jellyfish
(c) Whales and dolphins
(d) Octopus and Squid

2. From which country was the chief god expelled?
(a) Argentina
(b) Peru
(c) Brazil
(d) Cuba

3. What weapons do the crew members sleep with?
(a) Bamboo poles
(b) Machetes
(c) Guns
(d) Slingshots

4. How long is a whale shark?
(a) 18 feet
(b) 45 feet
(c) 30 feet
(d) 60 feet

5. What does Heyerdahl require to construct the raft?
(a) Balsa logs
(b) Translator
(c) Engineer
(d) Chain saw

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one of Heyerdahl's main concerns in planning a route?

2. What is Heyerdahl's profession?

3. Which was NOT one of the names given to the fallen trees?

4. What is the unique item that is included on the prehistoric Incan rafts?

5. What is the profession of the person who rejects the manuscript?

(see the answer key)

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