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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. From which country was the chief god expelled?
(a) Cuba
(b) Peru
(c) Brazil
(d) Argentina

2. Heyerdahl is a member of what New York City club?
(a) Midnight Club
(b) Cotton Club
(c) Explorers Club
(d) Seafarers Club

3. What is a frigate?
(a) Native
(b) Fish
(c) Storm
(d) Boat

4. Heyerdahl compares the phosphorescence of the plankton to what object?
(a) Ghosts
(b) Lighthouse
(c) Jewels
(d) Stars

5. What is the name of the old man that tells the history of the region?
(a) Tei Tutua
(b) King Kemah Mahe
(c) Cari
(d) Knutson

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one of Heyerdahl's main concerns in planning a route?

2. What month does the Kon-Tiki set out to sea?

3. What is another sign of land?

4. The crew learns to use what as a navigation tool?

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

(see the answer key)

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