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

2. Which city does Heyerdahl choose to present his theory?
(a) London
(b) Honolulu
(c) New York
(d) Tokyo

3. Who attempts to watch the craft in action?
(a) Ambassador
(b) Agurto
(c) Peruvian president
(d) Otto

4. Heyerdahl compares being at sea to which activity?
(a) Flying
(b) Running
(c) Hunting
(d) Dreaming

5. The pilot fish remind the crew of what animal?
(a) Tigers
(b) Geese
(c) Zebras
(d) Ants

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the naval station located?

2. New developments in stone work also appear in what location?

3. What causes the raft to get stuck?

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

5. What item needs constant maintenance?

(see the answer key)

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