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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Across the Pacific.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What month does the Kon-Tiki set out to sea?
(a) May
(b) February
(c) December
(d) April

2. What reaction do the fish have to the big storm?
(a) Violent frenzy
(b) They disappear
(c) They clamor for attention
(d) They float calmly

3. The naval experts were wrong about the longevity of what item?
(a) Food supply
(b) Ropes
(c) Tempers
(d) Sails

4. What year did the second wave of settlers arrive?
(a) 700 A.D.
(b) 500 A.D.
(c) 1300 A.D.
(d) 1100 A.D.

5. How many storms are faced by the crew at this time?
(a) Two
(b) Three
(c) Four
(d) One

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Peter Freuchen?

2. Which crew member falls overboard?

3. What is a frigate?

4. What language was the translator required to speak?

5. What Lake is mentioned in regard to the story?

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