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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, To the South Sea Islands.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does the crew member try to communicate?
(a) Soldiers
(b) Ship's captain
(c) Heyerdahl
(d) Native chief

2. What is the name of the first island?
(a) Pango Pango
(b) Puka Puka
(c) Bora Bora
(d) Angatau

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

4. The crew has fun playing with what dangerous object?
(a) Sharks
(b) Lightning
(c) Octopus
(d) Harpoon

5. Which creature appears to be phosphorescent?
(a) Shrimp
(b) Starfish
(c) Frog
(d) Mackerel

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Kon-Tiki rely on heavily?

2. Which sea creature becomes a pet aboard the Kon-Tiki?

3. The crew realizes that what object no longer matters?

4. With what vessel does the crew go out for a spin?

5. How long are the nearly invisible visitors?

(see the answer key)

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