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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 15-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Slocum came across a shipwreck which he believed to be caused by which of the following:
(a) Torn hull.
(b) Ice.
(c) Inability.
(d) Changing currents.

2. What was the name of the nearby town?
(a) Bombay.
(b) Lancaster.
(c) Bowen.
(d) Perth.

3. What is the name of the king's daughter?
(a) Tara-Vina.
(b) Faamu-Sami.
(c) Philippina.
(d) Manuela.

4. Slocum recalls receiving a warm welcome when he arrived at which location?
(a) Tasmania.
(b) Montevideo.
(c) Gibraltar.
(d) Cape of Good Hope.

5. Who/what is Juan Fernandez?
(a) Ship.
(b) Coffee grower.
(c) Island.
(d) King.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Slocum feel when he was introduced by the admirer?

2. What item was named after Slocum?

3. What was the name of the residence of that particular guest?

4. Slocum says that he had _____ to keep him company.

5. On what date did the Spray leave Buenos Aires?

(see the answer key)

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