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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Nieto learn about Heyerdahl's journey?
(a) Town gossip
(b) Telegram
(c) Internet
(d) Newspaper

2. What idea begins to develop in Heyerdahl's imagination?
(a) Taking a long vacation
(b) Living among a native tribe
(c) Sailing across the Pacific
(d) Writing a book

3. Heyerdahl's theory revolves around what region?
(a) Pacific Islands
(b) Canary Islands
(c) Norway
(d) Java

4. A snake mackerel resembles what other sea creature?
(a) Bonitos
(b) Trout
(c) Eel
(d) Squid

5. Who attempts to watch the craft in action?
(a) Agurto
(b) Ambassador
(c) Otto
(d) Peruvian president

Short Answer Questions

1. How heavy is a whale shark?

2. What is the whale shark's preferred meal?

3. What type of fish is known to stick to sharks?

4. Heyerdahl went on an expedition to which island?

5. What is Heyerdahl's native country?

(see the answer key)

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