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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, To South America.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Heyerdahl had previously worked on which group of islands?
(a) Marquesas Islands
(b) Marianna Islands
(c) U.S. Virgin Islands
(d) Canary Islands

2. Where does Heyerdahl get a room?
(a) Norwegian Sailor's Home
(b) Homeless shelter
(c) YMCA
(d) Carl's house

3. What Lake is mentioned in regard to the story?
(a) Lake Panam
(b) Lake Victoria
(c) Lake Huron
(d) Lake Titicaca

4. What item does Alvarez give to Heyerdahl?
(a) Revolver
(b) Diplomatic passport
(c) Translator
(d) Machete

5. What is the common tradition of the people of this region?
(a) Sing-alongs
(b) Drum circles
(c) Oral history
(d) Weaving

Short Answer Questions

1. Heyerdahl is summoned to which government facility?

2. If Heyerdahl makes the trip how long should it take?

3. Heyerdahl's theory revolves around what region?

4. What is Otto Munthe-Kaas' title?

5. Who was considered to be the original, a founder of the inhabitants on the Pacific Islands?

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