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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Among Polynesians.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long is the weighted line used by the crew?
(a) 260 feet
(b) 750 feet
(c) 1000 feet
(d) 500 feet

2. Which is NOT discovered on the island?
(a) Cross
(b) Shipwreck
(c) Poisonous eels
(d) Abandoned hut

3. What is Bengt's profession?
(a) Engineer
(b) Explorer
(c) Doctor
(d) Navigation expert

4. Who is left behind?
(a) Herman
(b) Erik
(c) Torstein
(d) Knut

5. What type of boat is sent to pick up the crew?
(a) Speed boat
(b) Canoe
(c) Schooner
(d) Naval tug

Short Answer Questions

1. Heyerdahl had previously worked on which group of islands?

2. What seemed out of place on the ocean?

3. Where does the current threaten to push the raft?

4. What saves the raft from hitting the highest reef?

5. Heyerdahl thinks that the first voyagers may have had what color of hair?

(see the answer key)

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