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

2. Who accompanied Heyerdahl on the expedition?
(a) His wife
(b) Peter
(c) Tei Tetua
(d) Herman

3. What ancient culture's story convinces Heyerdahl of the connection?
(a) Anasazi
(b) Mayans
(c) Egyptians
(d) Incas

4. Who was considered to be the original, a founder of the inhabitants on the Pacific Islands?
(a) Sun Tiki
(b) Ilda Tiki
(c) Cari Tiki
(d) Rikki Tiki

5. What is the mysterious feature that exists on Easter Island?
(a) Statues
(b) Tablets
(c) Caves
(d) Shipwreck

Short Answer Questions

1. The friend previously engaged in what profession?

2. What idea begins to develop in Heyerdahl's imagination?

3. How does Nieto learn about Heyerdahl's journey?

4. What is another name for the people of this region?

5. How many canoes attempt to rescue the Kon-Tiki?

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