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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what date did the Spray leave Buenos Aires?
(a) May 31.
(b) December 1.
(c) January 26.
(d) September 6.

2. Slocum was pleased to be able to make an excursion to which major metropolitan city?
(a) Buenos Aires.
(b) Johannesburg.
(c) Lisbon.
(d) London.

3. What was the official occupation of John Slocum?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Blacksmith.
(c) Leather worker.
(d) Fisherman.

4. By this time, Slocum was celebrating which major holiday?
(a) Easter.
(b) Fourth of July.
(c) Christmas.
(d) Memorial Day.

5. Eventually, Slocum managed to right his course and navigate through which Channel?
(a) Cockburn.
(b) English.
(c) Columbus.
(d) Magellan.

Short Answer Questions

1. After leaving the Channel, Slocum was on course as he traveled through which Strait?

2. What adjective is used to describe Slocum's friend the captain?

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

4. Which of the following is not an adjective used by Slocum to describe his people?

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

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