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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11-14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the first name of the late princess?
(a) Anne.
(b) Beatrix.
(c) Susan.
(d) Margaret.

2. What type of boats were mentioned by Slocum at this point?
(a) Yachts.
(b) Gunboats.
(c) Cruise ships.
(d) Aircraft carriers.

3. The author states that the Pacific is more ______ than any other ocean.
(a) Fickle.
(b) Predictable.
(c) Accommodating.
(d) Boisterous.

4. Slocum would eventually follow the route of which famous explorer?
(a) Columbus.
(b) Magellan.
(c) Vespucci.
(d) Erikson.

5. Slocum also comments on a natural phenomenon known as a:
(a) Pig foot.
(b) Dog ear.
(c) Gator nose.
(d) Cat's paw.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the fattest animal on the island?

2. One of the most interesting landmarks described by Slocum at this point was a place known as Dismal ____ Reach.

3. Just outside of Port Angosto, Slocum was greeted by which of the following:

4. What group of islands did Slocum reach in July?

5. What is the name of Joshua Slocum's sister?

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