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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. Which of these is NOT known to eat plankton?
(a) Crabs
(b) Dorados
(c) Crew members
(d) Whale sharks

2. What causes some of the ropes to break?
(a) Storm
(b) Sharks
(c) Carelessness
(d) Reefs

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

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

5. What does the Kon-Tiki rely on heavily?
(a) Wind
(b) Current
(c) Navigation maps
(d) Rain

Short Answer Questions

1. What is another name for South America?

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

3. Heyerdahl went on an expedition to which island?

4. The natives develop sudden advancement in what skill?

5. What is a frigate?

(see the answer key)

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