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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, An Expedition Is Born.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Heyerdahl's native country?
(a) Norway
(b) Denmark
(c) Sweden
(d) United States

2. In what increments do the Polynesians recount their history?
(a) 50 years
(b) 30 years
(c) 10 years
(d) 25 years

3. What is one of Heyerdahl's main concerns in planning a route?
(a) Strong currents
(b) Trade winds
(c) Uncharted waters
(d) Difficult navigation

4. What is the unique item that is included on the prehistoric Incan rafts?
(a) Double oars
(b) Dynamic sail
(c) Centerboard
(d) Rudder

5. What percent chance does the friend say Heyerdahl has of making the trip?
(a) 60%
(b) 40%
(c) 50%
(d) 20%

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of wood does Heyerdahl believe the South Americans used to build their rafts?

2. Who accompanied Heyerdahl on the expedition?

3. What ancient culture's story convinces Heyerdahl of the connection?

4. Heyerdahl went on an expedition to which island?

5. Heyerdahl is a member of what New York City club?

(see the answer key)

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