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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 word does Slocum use to describe Fuego?
(a) Frigid.
(b) Lost.
(c) Enchanting.
(d) Dismal.

2. Slocum was thrilled to know that he was in the same area that had been inhabited by which of the following?
(a) Dr. Livingston.
(b) Robinson Crusoe.
(c) Swiss Family Robinson.
(d) The Howells.

3. What gift did Slocum receive from Foy?
(a) Food supplies.
(b) Sextant.
(c) Sails.
(d) Coins.

4. How long had it been since the king had lived up to his title?
(a) 75 years.
(b) 25 years.
(c) 50 years.
(d) 100 years.

5. In what year did Slocum buy the boat from the captain?
(a) 1892.
(b) 1882.
(c) 1888.
(d) 1879.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the province where Slocum was born?

2. What location was Slocum approaching when he just missed a shipwreck?

3. What was the name of Slocum's old adversary?

4. At which port did Slocum receive a warm welcome and special visit?

5. Slocum had a difficult time adapting to the customs of which island?

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