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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. Which is NOT among the planned stops for Heyerdahl?
(a) South America
(b) Peru
(c) Ecuador
(d) Galapagos Islands

2. What is Heyerdahl's profession?
(a) Anthropologist
(b) Zoologist
(c) Chemist
(d) Microbiologist

3. How long does the big storm last?
(a) 7 days
(b) 3 days
(c) 5 days
(d) 4 days

4. What time of day is the first island discovered?
(a) Sunset
(b) Early evening
(c) Noon
(d) Sunrise

5. Squid land on what part of the raft?
(a) Rudder
(b) Oar
(c) Hut roof
(d) Heyerdahl's bed

Short Answer Questions

1. Who accompanied Heyerdahl on the expedition?

2. Which of these items was not mentioned as a use/source of water for the South American pilgrims?

3. What distinguishing mark did the ancients have?

4. How long are the nearly invisible visitors?

5. Where is the Kon-Tiki's final destination?

(see the answer key)

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